Politics · The Malta Independent
Labour wins fourth term with 21,721-vote lead
Official results gave Labour 51.77% of first-count votes and a five-seat governing majority in parliament after Malta’s 2026 general election.
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Politics · Newsbook Malta
Election turnout rebounds to 87.42%
The Electoral Commission recorded 311,949 ballots from 356,832 eligible voters, reversing the fall in participation seen at the 2022 election.
Gozo · The Malta Independent
Labour retains Gozo seat edge after four-vote finish
A recount left Labour holding three of Gozo’s five parliamentary seats, despite the PN reportedly winning more first-count votes in the district.
Politics · MaltaToday
Abela appeals for unity after historic Labour victory
Addressing supporters in Floriana, Robert Abela promised five years of work and invited all citizens, including non-Labour voters, to move Malta forward.
Environment · Newsbook Malta
Post-election billboard reignites Marsaskala ferry dispute
ADPD questioned a newly erected billboard for the proposed ferry terminal, while residents and NGOs renewed calls for studies and genuine consultation.