Today's front pages - May 8, 2026
The top stories in Malta's newspapers on Friday
The following are the top stories in Malta's newspapers on Friday.
Times of Malta reports on the Nationalist Party's proposal for sweeping tax cuts for all workers, including raising the 35% income tax threshold to €80,000.
The newspaper also highlights how a Planning Authority case officer has recommended approving Gżira United FC’s controversial application to reinstate a sports ground on Manoel Island and sanction padel courts illegally built on the site.
The Malta Independent also leads with the PN’s tax reform plans, focusing on the proposal to exempt the first €10,000 of part-time earnings from tax.
The newspaper also highlights a Labour Party pledge to establish a €30 million fund aimed at improving the quality of restaurants across the islands.
l.-Orizzont focuses on new Labour Party proposals aimed at strengthening the balance between work and private life while enhancing worker protections.
Additionally, the paper reports on the government's €30 million investment fund for the restaurant sector and former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat’s comments on the Nationalist Party's energy proposals.
In-Nazzjon headlines Nationalist Party leader Alex Borg’s address in Żejtun, where he announced new proposals to support NGOs and voluntary organisations.
The front page also features Borg presenting a sworn affidavit to refute allegations involving Prime Minister Robert Abela.