The Malta Independent 14 July 2026, Tuesday
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Delivering housing justice

Friday, 26 June 2026, 11:03 Last update: about 17 days ago Owen Bonnici

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:...

The Cabinet agenda

Thursday, 25 June 2026, 08:00 Last update: about 18 days ago Alfred Sant

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...

Vehicle licences, gelologists and energy use

Thursday, 25 June 2026, 07:42 Last update: about 18 days ago Mark Said

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...

The phantom swing

Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 08:24 Last update: about 19 days ago Emmanuel J. Galea

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...

A mystic experience

Tuesday, 23 June 2026, 12:24 Last update: about 19 days ago Frans Camilleri

The modern world is one where millions of people are living disconnected from reality.  Each generation is acting on some kind of programming that they received; constantly creating the illusion...

Freedom of expression under pressure in a democratic society

Monday, 22 June 2026, 08:06 Last update: about 21 days ago Ivan Bartolo

In many countries around the world, democracy and freedom of expression are regarded as among the most fundamental values upon which a just and modern society is built. These principles are frequently...

Room for extremism

Monday, 22 June 2026, 08:00 Last update: about 21 days ago Alfred Sant

Not so long ago, a rather strange argument gained traction. The way by which "liberal" governments in Europe and elsewhere have conducted efforts to promote more moderate policies and in so doing, to...

How to deal with a narcissistic leader

Sunday, 21 June 2026, 07:50 Last update: about 22 days ago Katya De Giovanni

Leadership plays a central role in shaping organisations, political parties, governments, and communities. Effective leaders inspire confidence, foster innovation, and unite people around a common...

Democracy thrives on debate, not defamation

Sunday, 21 June 2026, 07:28 Last update: about 22 days ago Gejtu Vella

On 14 June, The Malta Independent on Sunday published an article I wrote under the headline "Electoral Success Does Not Silence Legitimate Questions." What I did not anticipate was the reaction it...

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