Morning Briefing
Metro ideal but likely unaffordable for Malta – Transport Minister
Transport Minister Chris Bonett says a metro remains the best mass transport option for Malta due to its speed and efficiency, but the country may not be able to afford it. Speaking on Times Talk, Bonett described the long-term goal as a hybrid, integrated system combining underground or rail options with ferries, rapid transit, and possibly dedicated bus lanes. While discussions are ongoing, no decisions have been finalised pending cabinet review. (Times of Malta)
Labour Defends Gender Quota System
The Labour Party has defended the gender quota mechanism, saying it does not diminish the value of elected women. The system, introduced before the last general election, adds up to 12 seats if one gender is underrepresented. Critics, including EP President Roberta Metsola and PN MP Claudette Buttigieg, say the system has failed and tokenises women. Labour responded that the mechanism has made Parliament more representative and was a necessary step towards a fairer, more equal society. (The Malta Independent)
PN unveils Workers’ Day Theme: “Work. Life. Quality.”
The Nationalist Party has announced its theme for this year’s Workers’ Day: Work. Life. Quality. PN Secretary General Charles Bonello said the theme reflects the party’s commitment to better jobs and improved quality of life. ‘Work’ focuses on job creation, ‘life’ addresses living standards and rising costs, while ‘quality’ highlights support for workers and families. he party added that leader Bernard Grech is visiting workplaces to share these ideas. PN officials emphasized that the country’s progress is owed to the efforts of the Maltese people, whose dedication has shaped the nation. “We invite everyone to join in honoring the workers of yesterday, today, and tomorrow,” they concluded. (Maltatoday)