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Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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The trial of former soldier Lorin Scicluna, accused of the racially motivated murder of Lassane Cisse Souleymane, entered its second day with the prosecution continuing its submissions to jurors. Separately, Prime Minister Robert Abela warned of potential action against Neville Gafà if his attacks persist.
A National Audit Office report revealed that government board members received over €580,000 in additional allowances. Meanwhile, Minister for Home Affairs and Security Glenn Bedingfield announced efforts to criminalize the possession of mobile phones in prison, following reports that inmates allegedly used such devices to plot a murder.
Further domestic news includes the Planning Authority's removal of controversial paving outside a Sliema restaurant, the nearing completion of Malta's second electricity interconnector, and WasteServ's tender to increase landfill capacity. The government also anticipates spending €400 million on energy and fuel subsidies in 2026 and 2027.
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The trial of former soldier Lorin Scicluna, accused of the racially motivated murder of Lassane Cisse Souleymane and attempted murder of others, has entered its second day with the prosecution continuing to present its case to the jurors. Scicluna has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Malta Today:
Live: Prosecution Continues Submissions in Lorin Scicluna Murder Trial
Jurors are set to hear further details in the trial of a former soldier accused of murdering Lassane Cisse Souleymane in what is described as a racially motivated attack.
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Minister for Home Affairs and Security Glenn Bedingfield announced efforts to make the possession of mobile phones in prison a criminal offense. This development follows reports that inmates in Kordin were allegedly planning a murder using mobile phones found in their possession.
Lovin Malta:
Minister Announces Push To Make Phones In Prison A Crime
Minister Bedingfield has announced efforts to make possessing mobile phones in prison a criminal offense.
Lovin Malta:
Inmates Allegedly Plotting Murder Using Mobile Phones
Prison inmates in Kordin were reportedly planning a murder using mobile phones found in their possession.
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Prime Minister Robert Abela stated that the Labour Party might have no alternative but to bar Neville Gafà if his attacks continue.
Malta Today:
PM Abela Warns of Action Against Neville Gafà
Prime Minister Abela stated that the Labour party might have no alternative but to bar Neville Gafà if attacks continue.
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A National Audit Office report found that government board members received over €580,000 in additional allowances.
Malta Today:
Over €580,000 in Extra Allowances Paid to Board Members
A National Audit Office report found that government board members received over €580,000 in additional allowances.
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Minister for Justice, Research and Innovation Clifton Grima stated in a video message that justice does not equate to acting as one pleases, following the Fenech verdict.
Lovin Malta:
Minister Grima on Fenech Verdict
Minister Grima stated in a video message that justice does not equate to acting as one pleases, following the Fenech verdict.
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WasteServ has issued a new tender aimed at increasing the capacity of landfills by an additional 2.9 million cubic metres.
Malta Today:
WasteServ Tender to Increase Landfill Capacity
A new tender by WasteServ aims to increase the capacity of landfills by an additional 2.9 million cubic metres.
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A construction worker testified in court that John Agius aimed a firearm at him before shooting at police officers during an incident. Agius is currently facing charges including attempted murder and has pleaded not guilty.
Malta Today:
Construction Worker Testifies in Firearms Case
A construction worker testified in court that John Agius aimed a firearm at him before shooting at police officers.
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