Finance Minister Clarifies 'TCNs Will Not Disappear' ↗
Front page leadFinance Minister Clyde Caruana stated that the demand for non-EU workers already in Malta persists, but controversial Budget 2027 measures will impact them.
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The news from Malta Today focuses on domestic issues including government clarifications on foreign worker policies, ongoing court trials, and local planning disputes. International news is minimal, with a brief mention of Patrick Stewart's death.
Finance Minister Clyde Caruana stated that the demand for non-EU workers already in Malta persists, but controversial Budget 2027 measures will impact them.
The prosecution is set to deliver its final arguments in the ongoing trial for the murder of Lassane Cisse.
Maltese companies are implementing artificial intelligence for critical human resource functions, including hiring, firing, and promotions.
Renowned actor Patrick Stewart has passed away at the age of 86.
Joseph Portelli's former business associate has been granted bail after entering Mercury Towers with a knife.
The prime minister announced that a freezing order against the mayor of Paola has been withdrawn.
A governance consultant suggested that Third Country Nationals (TCNs) should initiate a week-long strike to demonstrate their importance to Malta.
Silvio Schembri stated that measures targeting foreign workers are intended to encourage firms to invest more in automation.
Non-governmental organizations declared that developer intimidation tactics will fail, following the Paola mayor receiving a garnishee order.
Angry residents criticized the Planning Board for approving a five-storey block in Qrendi's historic core.
The Nationalist Party (PN) argued that the government missed an opportunity to resolve issues related to power cuts, work-life balance, and traffic.
The head of the General Workers' Union (GWU) described budget measures targeting foreign workers as 'purely populist'.
Officials from the Gozo Ministry have been acquitted in connection with a worker's death during a roof collapse at a public toilet in Dwejra.
Buddha-Bar Malta has celebrated its grand opening, marking a significant investment of €6 million in St. Julian's.