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Another missed opportunity for Malta’s middle class
The recent budget announcement, touted as a “game-changer” for the Maltese middle class, appears to have been more hype than substance. Prime Ministerial promises to ease the tax burden on…
Malta’s fertility crisis: a symptom of a deeper malaise
Malta is facing a demographic crisis that is increasingly difficult to ignore. According to recent data from the European Commission, Malta’s fertility rate stands at a staggering , the lowest…
Political inertia on autopilot
It has been nearly a month since the start of the new scholastic year, and Malta’s traffic situation, already a nightmare, has taken a further plunge from bad to worse.…
Pragmatism not prejudice
A recent survey has shed light on a growing concern among the Maltese population: the rapid increase in foreign workers. For years, those voicing these concerns were often dismissed as…
An anachronistic House
As Malta’s Parliament prepares to reconvene for the busiest stretch of the year, dominated by the annual budget, it’s important to reflect on the broader implications of how our legislative…
A wake-up call for restoring respect for authority and the rule of law
The recent incident in Ħamrun, where two police officers were assaulted—allegedly in retaliation for issuing a parking ticket—has ignited public outrage, especially after footage of the attack spread rapidly on…
Malta Needs a Comprehensive Demography Strategy in the 2025 Budget
As Malta prepares for the 2025 budget, it is imperative that we address a critical challenge facing the nation’s future: demography. A comprehensive strategy aimed at retaining talent, boosting fertility…
Time to embrace mandatory union membership for low-income workers
For years, the proposal for mandatory union membership, initially put forward by UHM Voice of the Workers, has lingered on the fringes of Malta’s political discourse. This proposal, aimed at…
A crisis of trust and security
The unfolding scandal involving thousands of Maltese identity cards has cast a dark shadow over the country's reputation, both within the European Union and beyond. What began as a series…
From warnings to tragedy – a very fine line
The recent murder of Nicolette Ghirxi is a tragic reminder of the persistent and lethal threat posed by domestic violence. This case, echoing the harrowing murder of Bernice Cassar in…