Local Government · Newsbook Malta
Floriana council plans closure protest over shrinking community
The council will close its office on 25 August to demand action on depopulation, commercial conversions and the loss of permanent homes.
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10 August 2026
Environment · TVMnews
More than 95% of Malta’s bathing sites rated excellent
An analysis of ten weeks of official sampling found most bathing zones excellent, while several heavily urbanised bays recorded comparatively higher E. coli levels.
Social Affairs · TVMnews
CRPD paid €581,844 in therapy refunds during 2025
The disability-rights commission processed 992 therapy applications, recovered more than 1,600 expired or misused Blue Badges and reviewed 2,668 planning applications.
Business · TVMnews
TradeMalta targets new markets as exports nearly double in a decade
Export volumes rose from €14.9 billion in 2015 to €29.5 billion last year, as Malta looks toward Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
Community · TVMnews
Two unused Mtarfa sites being converted into community spaces
Project Green and Mtarfa council are creating a 3,000-square-metre fruit garden and a smaller accessible recreation area with basketball facilities.