Borg expands Disciplined Forces pension proposal to include LESA, Transport Malta workers

Nationalist Party leader Alex Borg has announced that the PN's proposed pension reform for disciplined forces members would also be extended to workers employed with LESA and Transport Malta who complete 25 years of service, an expansion of the policy unveiled earlier on Tuesday. Addressing supporters during a political activity in Żabbar for the second district, Borg said the PN wanted to ensure that long-serving public sector workers who dedicate their careers to national service would receive fairer retirement conditions. The proposal builds on the PN's previously announced pledge that retired disciplined forces members would receive a pension equivalent to two-thirds of the current salary attached to the rank from which they retired, rather than remaining tied to outdated wage structures. Borg said the reform would ensure pensions continue reflecting present-day salaries and living realities. Borg confirmed that the measure would now also cover LESA and Transport Malta employees who complete 25 years of service, describing the extension as part of the PN's broader commitment to workers who spend decades serving the country. He said that many retired workers face financial difficulties because pensions stop keeping pace with inflation and salary increases after retirement. Borg said a future Nationalist government would ensure pensions continue increasing in line with the cost of living so that former officers and long-serving employees do not see their income lose value over time. Borg told supporters that the PN had spent months preparing detailed proposals alongside professionals and sector experts, insisting the party was presenting concrete solutions rather than slogans. He said political opponents had repeatedly attacked PN proposals before later attempting to adopt similar ideas themselves. The PN leader also pledged additional investment in Malta's disciplined forces and security infrastructure, including police stations and the Armed Forces of Malta. Borg said some of this investment could be supported through European Union funding aimed at strengthening national security and public service infrastructure. Much of Borg's speech centred on recognising the contribution made by disciplined forces personnel and public servants. He said officers are often acknowledged only during national events or ceremonies despite working daily to guarantee public safety. "We cannot recognise them only during festivities," Borg told supporters, adding that disciplined forces members deserve consistent support throughout their careers and into retirement. PN candidates Bernice Bonello, John Baptist Camilleri, Leon Sciberras, and Stephen Spiteri addressed supporters on issues ranging from healthcare and infrastructure to environmental policy and local representation.
2026-05-12 18:24:00