The government has introduced a new digital platform aimed at enhancing the efficiency, coordination, and transparency of roadworks across the country. Developed in partnership with UK-based Transport Research Laboratory, the TM Roads platform is designed to be used by all key stakeholders in road infrastructure projects — including Transport Malta, contractors, developers, and utility providers offering essential services such as water, electricity, internet, and telephony. All contractors will be required to register on the platform, submitting details such as their representation, insurance coverage, and bank guarantees. Among its core features, the platform will alert contractors to ongoing works or planned diversions in a given area, helping to minimise traffic congestion. It also allows authorities to impose restrictions in specific zones where necessary, ensuring better planning and control of road-related activities. (Times of Malta)
Former NGO head to be questioned on Pilatus leaks
Notary and Repubblika founder Robert Aquilina has been summoned to Police HQ for questioning over revelations in his book about alleged criminal activity at Pilatus Bank. Aquilina, who has long campaigned for action against the bank’s top officials, said police are seeking to uncover his sources for potential prosecution. He claimed the interrogation, ordered by Magistrate Nadine Lia, follows his detailed accounts of fraud, money laundering, and an institutional cover-up. While confirming his attendance, Aquilina insisted he would not disclose his sources, calling them “heroes.” (Maltatoday)
Prostitution reform ‘works in progress’
Prostitution reform remains a work in progress, Parliamentary Secretary for Reforms and Equality Rebecca Buttigieg said, stressing that any future law must focus on protecting vulnerable individuals, especially in cases of human trafficking. She noted the reform is still in early stages but confirmed her office is actively working on it. Buttigieg acknowledged that some foreign women are misled into prostitution and praised police and social services for supporting victims. She added that the reform is closely tied to Malta’s national strategy against human trafficking. (The Malta Independent)
