‘A Slap In The Face’: TCN Alliance Hits Out At Budget Measures
The TCN Alliance has criticized several measures in the 2026 Budget. They described the policies as a slap in the face to third-country nationals dealing with the cost of living in Malta. The group stated that the economy depends on these workers in sectors like hospitality, tourism, construction, and healthcare. They also mentioned contributions in transport, manufacturing, and administration.
TCN Alliance has criticised a number of measures announced in the 2026 Budget, describing them as a “slap in the face” to third-country nationals already struggling with Malta’s cost of living. The group argued that Malta’s economy relies heavily on TCN workers across sectors including hospitality, tourism, construction, healthcare, transport, manufacturing and administration. In a … Continued •