Momentum Proposes State Funding and Transparency for Political Parties

2026-05-05T20:01:40.324+00:00 · Updated 2026-05-06T02:00:45.955+00:00

Momentum has unveiled a set of proposals aimed at changing how political parties in Malta are funded and operate. The party argues that the current system is compromised by private interests.

The proposals include introducing state funding for political parties. This move is intended to reduce reliance on private donations and enhance the independence of political entities. Additionally, Momentum is advocating for a ban on corruption within political parties.

A key part of their plan focuses on transparency in government spending. Momentum proposes that information about every euro spent by the government should be published and made public by default, rather than requiring specific requests for access.

According to Lovin Malta, Momentum stated that both the Labour Party and the Nationalist Party have long relied on the same pool of private donors. This reliance, the party suggests, creates a system vulnerable to external influence.

Times of Malta highlighted Momentum's emphasis on making public spending and political behaviour transparent by default. The party believes this approach would foster greater accountability and public trust.

The overall aim of these proposals is to overhaul the existing financial framework for political parties, ensuring greater integrity and openness in the political landscape.

Momentum has put forward three new proposals aimed at reforming the financing of political parties in Malta. The party stated on Tuesday that the country's political system is "compromised" due to its heavy dependence on private donors.

The proposed reforms are intended to "clean up" the existing system. This follows earlier calls by Momentum for state funding and increased transparency in political party finances.