On 1 May, Robert Abela descended the interior staircase of the Auberge de Castille accompanied by his wife Lydia.  Two members of the Armed forces in full regalia stood to attention and opened...

The famous quote attributed to President Bill Clinton emphasises that economic growth often determines the outcome of an election.  It has become the mantra in democracies.  Is it still a...

Every election campaign in Gozo follows the same exhausting ritual. Ministers cross the channel carrying glossy brochures, polished slogans, and another basket overflowing with promises. They speak...

An electoral campaign is often viewed as a battle of policies, speeches, media appearances, and public image. However, beneath the visible aspect of campaigning lies another dimension that is equally...

The term sustainable development is undoubtedly in direct competition with the word democracy as the most misused term in the political lexicon. We should occasionally revert to Our Common Future, the...

The Nationalist Party has published its electoral programme, with a view to address the matters that really matter to our families, and which are affecting their daily lives. Through more than a...

The MUT has been negotiating five collective agreements with the government for a long period - in most cases for years. Junior College Lecturers, MCAST Managers, Student Support Services grades, IFE...

Let me take you back to 2019, when a leading economist addressed the social partners during a presentation that generated considerable attention. Reports at the time highlighted that cost-benefit...

It is often said that in a democracy, everything should be placed before the public. Any internal squabbles of any political party will always go down in history books as the main characteristic of...

But it's not going to happen. Resign yourselves to seeing more of him, as the machine cashes in and takes its due. If he sees what's coming Abela will wipe the smirk off his face. After all, he...