Party Proposals

The Nationalist Party proposes to increase financial assistance provided to social partners under a Nationalist government.

Labour commits to having the state cover all therapy costs for neurodivergent children until they reach the age of 18. This was stated as an earlier campaign promise that the new allowance builds upon.

Momentum proposes a gradual phase-out of plastic packaging used in supermarkets, as part of efforts to reduce Malta's high per-capita waste generation.

Labour Party pledges that public land located in development zones will not be used for speculative projects.

Labour Party signs an agreement to return Manoel Island and Fort Tigné to the public, as part of a broader national park plan.

Labour Party proposes to introduce legal amendments that would protect parks and gardens created in recent years from future changes or development.

PN leader Alex Borg proposes allowing Maltese citizens living abroad to vote in elections through Maltese embassies, rather than requiring them to travel back to Malta. Borg says the matter should be taken up at the start of the next legislature.

ADPD proposes a set of digital policy measures aimed at reducing bureaucracy, protecting citizens' rights, and preparing Malta for the impact of artificial intelligence. The party states that technology should make everyday life simpler, fairer, and more accessible.

Labour proposes a €55 million investment in a new breakwater at St Elmo as part of wider maritime infrastructure works. The commitment was announced by Prime Minister Robert Abela ahead of the 30 May election.

The Nationalist Party proposes to reopen police stations that have been closed.

PN proposes to improve service pensions for members of the disciplined forces.

PN proposes a 25% increase in stipends for students as part of its youth-focused policy package ahead of the general election.

Momentum proposes a set of environmental measures aimed at making Malta carbon neutral by 2050. The plan also calls for accelerated investment in renewable energy projects across the Maltese islands.

PN proposes to elevate Giovanni Curmi Higher Secondary School in Naxxar to the same level as other post-secondary institutions, recognising its greater potential.

PL proposes to double the incentive for purchasing an e-bike to €1,300 for young people between the ages of 16 and 18.

The Labour Party proposes to build underground parking in certain open-space projects, so that the surface level remains available for public use.

Transport Malta is developing a digital platform that brings together all major public transport systems into a single app, as part of the government's 'Malta in Motion' transport vision announced by Prime Minister Robert Abela.

PN proposes to renovate every police station across Malta and Gozo if elected to government. The plan would form part of a wider investment into the country's disciplined forces, aimed at improving working conditions.

PL proposes to abolish the fees associated with obtaining a licence to ride motorcycles with an engine size of no more than 350cc.

Labour proposes a €1,000 annual allowance for persons with a disability aged between 18 and 23 to be used for therapy services. The measure aims to support a more dignified life for this age group.

The Labour Party proposes to increase parking spaces as part of its electoral manifesto, including the introduction of Park-and-Ride facilities and schemes targeted at residents.

PN proposes annual grants for elderly people living independently at home, tiered by age: €500 for those aged 70–74, €850 for those aged 75–79, and €1,050 for those aged 80 and over.

The Nationalist Party proposes increasing pensions by a minimum of €650 annually for all pensioners in Malta and Gozo. The measure is intended to help pensioners cope with rising living costs and strengthen financial support for the elderly.

PN proposes a €2,000 annual grant for women who stayed home to raise their families. The measure is intended to recognise years of unpaid caregiving and domestic work carried out in support of their households.

PL proposes introducing prostate cancer screening specifically for men at the age of 55.

PL plans to extend access to insulin pumps to a wider group of patients, building on the existing provision of these devices.

The Nationalist Party proposes a payment of €2,000 per year to grandparents who take care of grandchildren (babies/toddlers), as part of a broader set of pension-related proposals.

PL plans to establish a new multi-modality clinic in Qawra as part of its wider healthcare proposal. The clinic would form part of efforts to strengthen primary care services.

PN proposes reducing fees for residents of government elderly homes. The party states the measure would save residents an average of €3,600 per year, aiming to ease financial pressure on elderly residents and their families.

PL proposes extending the operating hours of health centres in Qormi, Gżira, and Rabat Gozo to 24 hours a day. The plan is part of a broader primary care strategy aimed at reducing pressure on hospitals.

PL proposes introducing a lung cancer screening programme targeted at individuals identified as high risk.

Momentum proposes a series of constitutional reforms it calls 'building the Second Republic', aimed at reducing the concentration of power in the Prime Minister's office and strengthening parliamentary checks and balances. The party argues Malta's Constitution, last substantially revised in 1974, requires significant updating.

PN proposes a system under which medicines would be delivered directly to elderly people's homes at no charge. The measure aims to remove the need for older residents living independently to collect their medication in person.

PL proposes lowering the eligible age for breast cancer screening and bowel cancer blood tests from the current threshold to 45 and over.

PL proposes extending free continuous blood glucose monitors to patients living with Type 2 diabetes. The devices are currently provided only to patients with Type 1 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and post-pancreatectomy diabetes.

The Labour Party proposes to double paternity leave to one full month.

The Labour Party proposes to strengthen the Crisis Resolution Home Treatment service, which provides assistance to people experiencing mental health difficulties directly in their homes.

The Labour government proposes to increase the existing government grant for senior citizens aged 75 and over by an additional €200. The measure was announced as part of a broader set of proposals focused on pensioners and elderly care.

Labour proposes to expand Malta's Active Ageing Centres by increasing their opening days, introducing more activities, and opening additional centres across the country.

Labour proposes to increase the bonus paid to people who made social security contributions but did not contribute enough to qualify for a pension, with the increase to be applied annually in line with the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA).

The Labour government proposes to fully address pension inequalities affecting people born before and after 1962, with the reform to be completed by 2028. The announcement was made at a Labour Party event in Għaxaq ahead of the general election.

Labour proposes expanding the Silver T free transport service for elderly people by offering it during additional hours and extending trip coverage beyond village boundaries.

The Labour government proposes raising the assistance provided to elderly people who employ a live-in carer from €9,000 to nearly €11,000, bringing it in line with the national minimum wage.

The Labour Party proposes to increase the number of free IVF cycles available to patients from three to five, as part of continued government investment in IVF services.

Labour proposes a masterplan for the development of Gozo General Hospital, St Luke's, Karin Grech, and Sir Paul Boffa hospitals, spanning 15 years with an expected investment of €1.5 billion. The plan aims to strengthen preventive care, improve patient recovery, provide a better environment for healthcare professionals, and further reduce waiting lists.

The Nationalist Party proposes introducing mental health support services within schools.

PN proposes to strengthen the Eco-Reduction scheme for people living alone by raising the annual energy unit limit to 3,000 units per year.

The Nationalist Party proposes a €350 million investment to develop PORT, a Cultural District in Marsa, as part of its economic programme.

PN proposes measures to improve flexible working arrangements aimed at enhancing work-life balance for parents and workers across Malta.

The Nationalist Party proposes a zero percent income tax rate for five years for Maltese medical specialists who return to work in Malta.

The Labour Party proposes lowering the eligible age for breast cancer screening from its current threshold to 45 years. The measure would extend access to earlier screening for a broader group of women.

ADPD proposes an increase in paid parental leave, structured to incentivise both mothers and fathers to share time caring for their children during the early stages of development.

PN proposes introducing 15 days of dedicated government-paid leave for parents to care for sick children. The measure would be separate from personal vacation leave, which parents are currently required to use in such situations.

Labour announced two further proposals related to women's health and family as part of its electoral platform, though the source text does not provide details of these measures.

PN proposes that new family leave benefits introduced by the government would also apply to self-employed workers, including business owners and freelancers.

PN proposes extending maternity leave to six months at full pay for mothers.

PN proposes introducing paid leave entitlement for fathers following the birth of a child.

ADPD proposes that work contracts be made public in order to reduce discrimination between men and women in the workplace.

Momentum proposes ending the prime minister's exclusive authority to call a snap election, seeking to limit this power through constitutional or legislative reform.

PN proposes to raise the stipends of health sector students up to the level of the minimum wage.

The Nationalist Party proposes to remove the €0.1298/kWh tariff band applied to residential electricity consumption between 2,001 and 6,000 units. This would eliminate that specific pricing tier for household energy use.

PN proposes retrofitting Gozo ferries with dedicated calming rooms, aimed at children who avoid the Malta–Gozo crossing due to potential panic or sensory distress.

PN proposes introducing dedicated 'Calming Rooms' on all Gozo Channel passenger vessels. The spaces would be designed to support children and individuals with anxiety, ADHD, autism, and other neurodivergent conditions.

PN leader Alex Borg proposes that a future Nationalist government would decommission the MV Nikolaos and invest in new vessels, upgrading the fleet to five ships.

Momentum proposes increasing the resources available to the National Audit Office to strengthen its oversight capacity.

Momentum proposes removing recruitment procedures for the civil service from the Office of the Prime Minister in order to restore merit and transparency to public appointments.

Labour highlights a planned MedTech investment through the company Vantive, which is set to bring 250 new quality jobs to Malta and improve services in the area of kidney disease.

Labour's electoral manifesto 'Int Malta' includes a set of proposals related to digitalisation and Artificial Intelligence.

PL proposes that children who inherit a property and make it their ordinary residence would be exempt from paying succession stamp duty, even if the property was not the deceased's primary residence.

Momentum proposes a foreign policy approach that preserves Malta's constitutional neutrality while requiring Malta to more clearly and actively speak out against human rights violations and war crimes internationally. The party argues that neutrality does not preclude defending peace, security, and human rights on the world stage.

The Labour Party proposes introducing a cash rebate scheme for local artists, offering a 10% reimbursement on eligible expenses up to a maximum of €50,000. The scheme aims to support growth in the creative sector.

PL proposes introducing a Malta eResidency programme that would allow foreign entrepreneurs to register a company in Malta digitally, fulfil administrative obligations online, and access digital services, using Malta as a regulated EU base.

The Labour Prime Minister Robert Abela proposes measures to incentivise the research, artificial intelligence, gaming, and esports sectors, announced at a press conference in Ta' Qali.

The Labour Party proposes extending the Tallinja On Demand shuttle service to Gozo. The service allows users to book a bus seat on demand, as part of a broader effort to improve public transport options on the island.

The Labour Party proposes establishing a new centre for art, design and creativity in Gozo. The centre would serve as a hub for artists and creative professionals as part of an investment in culture and community spaces.

The Labour Party proposes introducing an air taxi service to connect Malta and Gozo. The initiative is presented as part of a wider set of proposals aimed at improving connectivity between the two islands.

The Labour Party proposes installing a robotic pharmacy at Gozo General Hospital. The system would be used to prepare chemotherapy treatment locally, allowing patients in Gozo to receive the treatment without travelling to Malta.

The Labour Party proposes that all eco-contribution funds collected from visitors to Gozo remain on the island and be reinvested directly into Gozo.

The Labour government, through Environment Minister Miriam Dalli and Project Green, is moving forward with plans to transform White Rocks, Manoel Island, and Fort Campbell into national parks. A public consultation has been conducted, with around 12,000 people participating, and initial works at White Rocks have begun.

Labour proposes to target an average real economic growth rate of 4% for Malta. This was announced as part of a set of economic goals outlined by Prime Minister Robert Abela.

Labour proposes to raise Malta's GDP per capita to rank among the top five in its reference group. This target was presented alongside the broader economic growth goals.

PN proposes that training programmes offered by employers to help workers develop new skills or adapt to changing job demands would be fully funded. Companies providing such upskilling or reskilling initiatives would have the costs of these programmes entirely financed.

PN leader Alex Borg proposes raising the annual income threshold for VAT exemption from €35,000 to €70,000. The measure was announced as part of the party's economic proposals on company tax and business incentives.

PN leader Alex Borg proposes cutting the corporate tax rate for micro-enterprises from 35% to 15%. The announcement was made during a press conference focused on company tax and business incentives.

PN leader Alex Borg proposes providing dedicated industrial spaces for small Maltese businesses. The measure is intended to give small local enterprises better access to operational and industrial facilities.

Momentum proposes a new Foreign Service Act to professionalise Malta's diplomatic corps. Under the plan, entry into the foreign service would be based on competitive examinations rather than political appointments.

Labour proposes introducing a 175% tax credit on spending related to research and innovation, applicable to all businesses. The measure is intended to encourage companies to invest in innovation, development, and new technologies.

The Labour Party proposes a €60 million investment in the gaming sector, supporting eight projects over two years. The initiative is expected to create approximately 1,300 new jobs, representing nearly a 10% increase in careers within the sector.

The Labour Party proposes to establish an Innovation Hub that would host businesses operating in renewable energy, food technology, pharma smart manufacturing, additive manufacturing, med tech, and micro-electronics.

Labour proposes to establish a dedicated e-sports centre equipped with gaming facilities and venues for organising tournaments and other competitive events.

PL proposes a tax credit of up to 60% for businesses and companies that invest in digitalisation, automation, and artificial intelligence. The measure aims to support industry in digital transformation and improve competitiveness.

The Nationalist Party proposes updating current income tax bands, which it describes as outdated, to reduce the tax burden on earners.

PN proposes that every Maltese citizen aged 18 or over receives a €1,000 Skills Wallet, redeemable for workforce training, retraining or career advancement. The wallet renews every three years. The aim is to give every adult a continuous, personally-controlled budget for upskilling throughout their working life.

The Labour government proposes to begin a process to formally recognise work-based learning — including internships and traineeships — within Malta's employment laws, ensuring that young people undertaking such placements receive appropriate pay.

Momentum proposes providing local councils with stronger financial resources to better support their expanded responsibilities.

Momentum proposes transferring responsibility for waste collection from regional administrators back to local councils. The party argues the current regional system has not delivered the intended results and does not reflect Malta's local realities.

Labour proposes that elderly people who sell their home to purchase a smaller property would be treated as first-time buyers for stamp duty purposes, meaning they would pay no stamp duty on the new purchase.

The Labour Party proposes to permanently reduce stamp duty from 5% to 1.5% on the donation of a business between family members. The plan also introduces a provision to register the donation from the date the transfer process began, to accommodate cases where the process is delayed or interrupted.

PN proposes that increases received through the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) mechanism be exempt from income tax.

PN proposes that families hosting foreign students receive full income tax exemption on the earnings from that activity. The measure is intended both to support family finances and to strengthen Malta''s English-language education sector by expanding host-family capacity.

PN proposes introducing a €1,000 Skills Wallet to support individuals in accessing training and upskilling opportunities.

PN proposes a comprehensive personal income tax overhaul with bands of 0%, 15%, 25% and 35% and thresholds that vary by household status (single, married with 0–3+ children, single parents with 1–3+ children). Every eligible employee, self-employed person and pensioner is guaranteed a minimum annual improvement of €1,200 (€100/month) — delivered through the revised bands plus a targeted rebate top-up where the bands alone do not reach that minimum. PN estimates the package costs €230–265 million annually at full implementation.

PN commits to automatically raising the personal income tax bands every year by the same Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) percentage applied to wages. The aim is to prevent fiscal drag — the situation where inflation-linked pay rises push workers into higher tax brackets and partially erode the wage increase.

Labour proposes that a share of eco tax payments be channelled to local councils.

The PN has launched an online calculator that allows users to input their annual income and tax status to estimate and compare yearly tax payments under the PN's proposed tax plan, current 2026 rates, and Labour's announced 2028 plans.

The Labour Party proposes the introduction of paid placements for students.

The Labour Party proposes tax breaks for self-employed individuals.

The Labour Party proposes continued investment in the Grand Harbour to grow Malta's cruise industry. The plan aims to expand home porting operations and attract more luxury cruise liners to Maltese ports.

The Labour Party proposes a €30 million fund for restaurants and a dedicated tax credit for tourist accommodations that invest in renovation, higher standards, and improved guest experience.

PN proposes a government investment in renewable energy that would reduce people's electricity bills by an average of 30%. The party states the plan would also bring improvements to the environment and air quality.

PL proposes a scheme called SMEBoost under which self-employed individuals would continue paying a 15% NI contribution rate but receive a cash grant to bring their effective rate down to 10%, matching the rate paid by employed workers.

PN proposes allowing eligible NGOs and voluntary organisations to purchase government-owned properties they currently lease and operate from. The party states that many such organisations have invested their own resources into maintaining and adapting these spaces for public benefit.

PN proposes a scheme under which registered NGOs and voluntary organisations would receive a full (100%) annual refund of VAT paid on goods and services directly linked to their mission and community work.

Momentum proposes converting the role of mayor from part-time to full-time, arguing the responsibilities have grown to require full-time commitment.

Momentum proposes expanding the autonomy of local councils, giving them greater decision-making powers independent of central government.

Momentum proposes granting Gozo full European region status, replacing its current semi-autonomous arrangement. The plan would establish a regional council elected directly by Gozitan residents to give them greater democratic control over local affairs and improve access to EU funding.

PN proposes to establish the Mediterranean Maritime Fuel Hub at Hurd's Bank, relocating the existing gas tanker more than 20km offshore from Marsaxlokk Bay. The project would offer LNG bunkering services to passing vessels, with the aim of generating €450 million in its first three years and creating around 150 direct jobs, with the tanker removal committed to within the first parliamentary term.

PN proposes investing €12 million in a New Space, Data and AI economic sector within its first five years in government, aiming to attract foreign direct investment in satellite connectivity, space data, navigation and AI services. The plan is projected to generate around €100 million for the Maltese economy initially, rising to €200 million per year within ten years.

The Nationalist Party proposes to abolish the tax on all property transfers through inheritance, the tax on succession of family businesses, and the tax on property donated by parents to their children or grandchildren.

The Labour Party proposes to launch a mentorship programme involving local entrepreneurs to provide young people with the knowledge needed to build their own businesses.

At a Labour Party political activity in Siġġiewi, MP Alex Muscat stated that the Labour Party supports Maltese hunting and trapping traditions, contrasting this with what he described as inconsistency within the Nationalist Party, including on energy subsidies.

The Labour Party proposes continued investment in public welfare, including access to generic medicines, expansion of IVF services, and development of elderly care facilities such as San Vinċenz de Paul.

PN proposes that every worker in Malta would have the right to regular physical and mental health screening, paid for by the State. The screenings would be delivered through existing healthcare services and integrated into a planned National Health Park in Selmun, shifting the health system toward prevention rather than reaction.

The Labour Party proposes to extend the government's existing scheme — which covers travel and accommodation costs for parents accompanying minors receiving medical treatment abroad — to also cover one accompanying person for adult patients sent overseas for care.

Labour proposes to introduce mental health services at MCAST, the Junior College, and the University of Malta. Students would have access to workshops on stress, sleep, and time management, peer support groups, and individual therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, or eating disorders.

PN proposes a Child Trust Fund in which a Nationalist government would deposit €5,000 for every newborn child. The fund would grow over time and be accessible to the child at key life milestones.

The Labour Party proposes to increase the Children's Allowance and the In-Work Benefit. This proposal forms part of the party's electoral manifesto titled 'Int Malta – Il-Ħolma Tiegħek, il-Proġett Tagħna'.

The Labour Party proposes to tax businesses with an annual turnover of less than €1 million at a reduced corporate tax rate of 25%. The measure is presented as part of a broader set of proposals aimed at strengthening investment and employment.

Labour proposes to launch a national BMI screening programme in schools to identify children at risk of obesity from an early age. Children flagged by the programme would be referred to a professional who, together with parents, would design a personalised plan including a balanced diet and physical activity programme.

The Labour Party proposes to introduce an annual €1,000 bonus for all Maltese and Gozitan full-time workers. The measure was announced by Prime Minister Robert Abela as part of the party's electoral manifesto.

PN proposes an average 30% reduction in electricity bills for families and single-person households, a 15% reduction for farmers, livestock breeders, and voluntary organisations, and the removal of meter rental charges across approximately 228,000 residential accounts. The plan also includes extending the lowest tariff band from 2,000 to 6,000 units and an €60 million investment in solar panels.

Labour proposes a transition incentive for recipients of the housing rent subsidy who become ineligible due to increased income after a biennial review. Rather than losing the benefit immediately, they would see it reduced gradually over two years.

The Nationalist Party proposes to reduce electricity bills by an average of 30% for all families and individuals living alone. PN states this would be achieved by maintaining an energy subsidy, with financing details to be announced.

PN proposes building a new 400-bed general hospital in Gozo at a cost of €350 million, to be designed immediately as part of the national hospital network. The facility would include the latest medical technology and a helipad near the emergency department.

The Labour Party proposes to continue works at Wied Inċita, Park Bengħajsa, and the Salina National Park to develop them into open green spaces for public enjoyment. A contract has also been signed for the development of Victoria Park in Gozo as the island's largest open public space.

Labour leader Robert Abela announces a series of quality-of-life proposals, the most prominent being the introduction and operationalisation of a well-being index for Malta and Gozo.

The Labour Party proposes introducing a National Wellbeing Index to assess the impact of government measures beyond economic indicators. The index would be built on 10 dimensions and 20 indicators, with each dimension contributing equally (10%) to the overall score.

PL proposes to extend the Heritage Malta passport to all residents at no cost, meaning Maltese and Gozitan citizens would no longer need to pay to visit Heritage Malta museums and historical sites.

The Labour Party proposes that every person would be entitled to a free mental health check-up with a psychologist of their own choosing. The measure is part of PL's electoral manifesto and would be implemented if the party wins the 30 May 2026 general election.

The Labour Party proposes to expand the existing free gym scheme and introduce additional free physical activity options for residents of Malta and Gozo as part of its electoral manifesto.

PN proposes to eliminate income tax on the first €10,000 earned through overtime or part-time work. The measure is intended to reward workers who choose to work additional hours beyond their standard employment.

The Labour government proposes to expand a pilot scheme — originally limited to children aged 3–5 with autism — to provide free, fully government-funded swimming lessons to all children in that age group, with the aim of ensuring water safety.

PN proposes a National Health Park at Selmun, incorporating Fort Campbell, to serve as a centre for lifestyle, rehabilitation, and prevention, with an estimated investment of €20 million. The plan would also provide all workers in Malta with free regular physical and mental health screening.

PN candidates at a Ħal Għargħur campaign event call for a change in government direction, proposing improvements to the environment, a reduction in traffic congestion, shorter health waiting lists, and the safeguarding of Maltese cultural heritage and local identity.

The Labour Party proposes to introduce a personal budget scheme for individuals with disabilities who require it, alongside a €20,000 grant for first-time buyers with severe disabilities. Persons with disabilities over 18 would also continue to benefit from a tax refund.

The Labour Party proposes a 15% increase in stipends for post-secondary students. Students who go to study outside Malta would also receive an additional €1,000 grant.

The Labour Party proposes to increase the stamp duty exemption threshold for first-time buyers by €100,000, from €200,000 to €300,000.

The Labour Party proposes to make the Gozo Channel ferry service free of charge for all Maltese and Gozitan passengers travelling on foot between the two islands.

PL proposes that parents of children with a disability will be taxed at the parental tax rate, and that the carers' grant will be raised to the level of the minimum wage.

Labour proposes to increase the weekly pension by €50 over the course of the next legislature, with the full increase to be implemented by the end of the parliamentary term.

PL proposes allowing couples to transfer up to five years of surplus National Insurance contributions between spouses, so that the partner with insufficient contributions can qualify for the minimum pension. Those who have already paid the shortfall themselves would also be able to transfer surplus contributions to improve their pension.