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Public Finances · MaltaToday
Finance Minister Clyde Caruana says the diesel-support estimate has more than doubled, increasing pressure to review other government expenditure while protecting the deficit target.
Education · TVMnews
Malta’s 15-year-olds scored below OECD averages in all three assessed subjects, with the share reaching basic competence falling markedly since the 2022 study.
Planning · Newsbook Malta
The inflatable attraction operated through summer while its application remained at screening stage; the Planning Authority says any further action will follow its decision.
Gozo · Newsbook Malta
The Gozo Tourism Association’s Budget 2027 proposals combine a new accessible electric ferry, a Marsalforn fast-ferry link and smaller, more frequent island buses.
Community · MaltaToday
Four third-country-national community groups will promote regular blood donation through monthly sessions organised with the National Blood Transfusion Service and supported by the GWU.