The Malta Independent 5 September 2026, Saturday
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The best interests of the elderly

Monday, 27 April 2026, 11:57 Last update: about 5 months ago

Not everyone has the same ability or opportunity to manage their finances effectively. When a person is unable to manage their finances, they become more vulnerable to exploitation, debt, and economic...

Killing a bird is more than a wildlife crime

Sunday, 26 April 2026, 09:08 Last update: about 5 months ago

There are moments that test not just our laws, but our willingness to use them. The recent killing of a protected common kestrel - filmed, documented, and widely shared - was not just another...

70 years of social security in Malta

Sunday, 26 April 2026, 08:02 Last update: about 5 months ago

This year, as a country, we proudly mark a significant milestone in Malta's social history, the 70th anniversary of the Department of Social Security. This isn't just a commemoration of an...

Employment patterns: a key driver of the gender wage gap

Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 08:31 Last update: about 6 months ago Vania Agius Tabone

One of the most significant, yet often overlooked, factors behind the gender wage gap lies in employment patterns. Across Europe, men and women do not participate in the labour market in the same way,...

A fundamental right – accessible to all

Monday, 20 April 2026, 08:14 Last update: about 6 months ago

In recent years, the property market in Malta has become one of the most widely discussed topics in the country. This is mainly due to the rapid increase in property prices and rents, together with...

Malta’s economic growth: A changing model

Sunday, 19 April 2026, 09:08 Last update: about 6 months ago

  Malta has experienced one of the fastest periods of economic expansion in its modern history over the past decade. Since 2013, the economy has grown at a remarkable pace, with gross...

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