Prime Minister Robert Abela told Labour supporters in Żejtun on Tuesday that young people entering the labour market would be exempt from income tax for three years, presenting the measure as a key electoral pledge. Addressing the rally, Abela contrasted Malta's position with what he described as more precarious conditions for young people across other
A new collective agreement has been signed for workers at Engineering Resources Limited, ERL, following a negotiation process that has been ongoing for the past twelve months. The agreement, which covers the period between 2025 and 2030, will lead to substantial improvements in the working conditions of around 800 ERL workers who provide services to
In the week when Malta celebrates Workers' Day, the Occupational Health and Safety Authority (OHSA) Annual Report for 2025, which has just been published, confirms that the Government's commitment to protecting workers is not a slogan, but a concrete reality, translated into laws, investment, services, and above all, protected lives. Workers' Day is
Minister Silvio Schembri and Parliamentary Secretary Rebecca Buttigieg on Tuesday outlined recent economic performance and future priorities, saying government policy has focused on sustaining growth while creating opportunities across key sectors. Schembri referred to measures introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, including business support schemes
A man accused of pledging allegiance to the Islamic State group and plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swift's concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago pleaded guilty as his trial began on Tuesday, his lawyer said. The plot was thwarted, but Austrian authorities still canceled Swift's three performances in August 2024. The singer's fans,
In the Għarram area of Ħaż-Żebbuġ, Project Green has inaugurated the first dog park in the locality, transforming an underutilised site into a new open space for the community. This project was made possible following recent traffic management upgrades along Triq Luret Cutajar and Vincenzo Andriolo, where an underused road and a roundabout were removed
The Social Entrepreneurs Association Malta (SEAM) has called for urgent clarity on the status of Malta's social enterprise framework, following recent government statements referring to major projects as 'social enterprises'. In an open letter addressed to the Prime Minister earlier this week, SEAM welcomed continued investment in social initiatives,
The 2025/26 season of the Malta Premier League once again proved that the championship is often decided when it matters most - on the final day. In a campaign defined by tight margins and shifting momentum, the Closing Round is delivering a dramatic conclusion, where we still don't know if we are heading towards a finalissima or else the final four
The Social Media Awards didn’t just celebrate the biggest names online last night — it also gave us one of the most creative dress codes we’ve seen in a while. The theme for the evening was Show Malta Some Lovin, and guests absolutely ran with it, turning local culture, nostalgia, food, music and iconic moments into unforgettable fashion statements
When a government unveils a 15-year vision for a mass transport system - one that could reshape the country's infrastructure and address one of its most persistent problems - one would expect the full weight of the administration to stand behind it. Yet when Transport Minister Chris Bonett presented this long-term plan last week, he did so alone. The
