We are literally and metaphorically suffocating

Our infrastructure is strained, our hospitals are struggling, our roads are congested, and our towns and villages are constantly under construction. Photo: Shutterstock.com

“Maltese youths unhappiest in Europe.” “Malta’s population now tops 563,000.” “Malta among the worst 10 countries to live in for expats.”These headlines, appearing within a few days of each other, paint a grim picture of our country’s current state.The labour-intensive economic model adopted by the Labour government, which relies on importing foreign workers thereby increasing...