There were several important legislative changes which were
published over the course of October 2025. Below is an overview of
the key updates across different areas.
One Act was published in October – the Authority for
Transport in Malta (Amendment) Act, 2025. This piece of legislation
amends the Authority for Transport in Malta Act, Chapter 499 of the
laws of Malta and provides for the powers and functions regarding
Civil Aviation within the Authority for Transport in Malta.
Four bills are currently in progress. The Constitution of Malta
(Amendment No. 2) Bill (Bill 150 of 2025) proposes amendments to
the Constitution of Malta to formally recognise the right to a
clean, healthy, and sustainable environment as a fundamental human
right. The Bill aims to strengthen environmental protection by
safeguarding air, land, and sea; protecting biodiversity and
ecosystems; increasing governmental accountability; improving
enforcement of environmental laws; encouraging