I am writing this with my 14-year-old son Alexander, following his dramatic exit from his bedroom to inform me that yet again, another country had decided to ban social media for adolescents. This...

In every democratic society, public discussion plays an important role in allowing citizens to express their opinions, criticise ideas and policies, and participate in public life. However, when...

Twenty-two years ago, Malta's first Pride march took place in a country that had only recently begun to address LGBTIQ rights in the public sphere. Today, Malta is widely recognised as one of the...

It is becoming hard for voters to make informed choices. And loyalty to one's 'group,' as well as pessimism about the likelihood of change, all play their part. In the run-up to the last general...

As the days get warmer, Maltese families return to the same handful of bays and beaches they have always gone to, to enjoy some summer relaxation. However, for some time now, this age-old custom is...

Despite losing four elections in a row people in the Nationalist Party still try to delude themselves the party keeps losing only because of massive corruption on the other side. They must think...

Social and affordable housing, commonly referred to as housing, is at the very core of Labour politics. From providing social housing to promoting affordability, Labour's commitment remains clear:...

In a number of countries the custom is to publish the agenda of topics for discussion by the cabinet of ministers ahead of the meetings that are due to be held. After the meetings, an account is also...

We keep on hearing appeals for the responsible use of recreational cannabis, for responsible waste separation, responsible drinking and driving, responsible use of social media, and so many other...

Numbers reward patience, and this election rewards a second, colder reading. Labour won again on 30 May, claiming a fourth consecutive mandate. The party took 158,444 first-count votes against the...