Malta Malta Election 2022: Your District’s Candidates Revealed
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Malta Election 2022: Your District’s Candidates Revealed

ByHot Malta

Malta’s Election Canvas: Your District’s Candidates Unveiled

Imagine standing at the bustling Republic Street in Valletta, the sun casting a warm glow on the historic buildings. In just a few weeks, the political fate of our island will be decided right here, and in every district across Malta and Gozo. But who are the faces behind the ballots? Let’s look the full list of candidates, district by district and party by party.

Parties Line Up Their Candidates

The political scene in Malta is as vibrant as the island’s traditional ‘fenkata’. The Labour Party (PL) and the Nationalist Party (PN) have been the main contenders, with smaller parties like Alternattiva Demokratika (AD), the Democratic Party (PD), and the Progressive Party (PP) also vying for your vote. Here’s a sneak peek into their candidate line-ups:

    • Labour Party (PL) – Led by Prime Minister Robert Abela, the PL has fielded candidates across all 13 districts. Notable names include Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Clyde Caruana, and Minister for Education, Justyne Caruana.
    • Nationalist Party (PN) – Under the leadership of Bernard Grech, the PN has also put forward candidates for every district. Former Opposition Leader Simon Busuttil and former Minister Konrad Mizzi are among those contesting.
    • Alternattiva Demokratika (AD) – AD, led by Arnold Cassola, is fielding candidates in several districts, focusing on environmental and social issues.
    • Democratic Party (PD) – The PD, led by Anthony Buttigieg, is contesting in a few districts, with a manifesto centered around democracy and transparency.
    • Progressive Party (PP) – Led by former PN MP, Louis Galea, the PP is contesting in a handful of districts, advocating for progressive policies.

Your District’s Candidates: Who’s Standing?

Now, let’s zoom in on some key districts and see who’s standing for election:

District 1 – Birkirkara, Fgura, Iklin, Lija, Marsa, Msida, Naxxar, San Ġiljan, San Ġwann, Swieqi, and Ta’ Xbiex

This sprawling district, home to the bustling towns of Birkirkara and Naxxar, sees a mix of familiar faces and new candidates. PL’s Minister for Gozo, Clint Camilleri, is contesting in Birkirkara, while PN’s former MP, Beppe Fenech Adami, is running in Msida. AD’s Arnold Cassola is standing in San Ġwann.

District 2 – Attard, Balzan, Dingli, Għargħur, Ħamrun, Ħal Lija, Ibraġ, Kirkop, Lija, Mosta, Mqabba, and Rabat

This historic district, home to the ancient city of Rabat and the picturesque Dingli Cliffs, features candidates like PL’s Minister for Gozo, Clint Camilleri (also contesting in District 1), and PN’s former MP, David Agius, in Ħamrun. AD’s Carmel Cacopardo is standing in Ħamrun.

District 13 – Gozo

The sister island of Malta sees a fierce contest between PL’s Justyne Caruana and PN’s former MP, Mario de Marco. AD’s candidate, David Pace, is also in the mix, focusing on environmental and social issues.

How to Find Your District and Candidates

Confused about which district you’re in? The Electoral Commission’s website (electoral commission.org.mt) has a handy tool to help you find your district and the candidates standing there. You can also find the full list of candidates on the commission’s website.

So, there you have it, folks. The canvas is set, and the candidates are ready. Now it’s your turn to make your voice heard. Mark your calendars for the 26th of March, and let’s shape Malta’s future together.

“Democracy is not a spectator sport,” as former US President Theodore Roosevelt once said. So, get out there and vote!

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