PN Calls for PAC Discussion on Power Cuts Report Amidst Minister Dalli's PQ Responses

28 July 2026, 19:01 · Updated 29 July 2026, 01:03

The Nationalist Party (PN) is formally requesting the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) to convene and discuss the National Audit Office's (NAO) report on the 2023 energy crisis. This move follows a period of widespread power outages across Malta, which occurred amidst a severe summer heatwave.

Earlier, Fil-Qosor reported on the Prime Minister expressing confidence in the Energy Minister and the Malta Chamber calling the power cuts a 'wake-up call'. The PN's latest action aims to bring the findings of the 2023 report, which examined the previous year's energy challenges, into parliamentary scrutiny, especially given the similar issues faced this summer.

In a related development, The Maltese Herald reported on criticisms directed at Energy Minister Miriam Dalli regarding her responses to parliamentary questions. According to the outlet, Minister Dalli has been accused of providing rhetorical answers rather than direct information concerning the recent power cuts.

This alleged lack of direct answers has raised concerns about transparency and accountability within the energy sector, particularly as the country grapples with ongoing infrastructure challenges. The PN's push for a PAC discussion underscores the political pressure on the government to address the recurring energy supply issues.

The 2023 NAO report is expected to provide a detailed analysis of the factors contributing to last year's energy crisis, offering insights that the Nationalist Party believes are crucial for understanding and resolving the current situation. The committee's discussion would allow for a public examination of these findings and potential recommendations for future energy policy and infrastructure investment.