Insurers warn Malta’s new alcohol policy overlooks drink-driving enforcement

The Insurance Association Malta (IAM) has raised concerns that the newly launched National Alcohol Policy falls short in addressing one of the country’s most pressing road safety challenges: Drink-driving.

While the Association welcomed the release of the policy for public consultation, it criticised the 18-month delay in publication as reflecting a “lack of urgency” from the authorities. It also noted with disappointment that the updated policy omits a dedicated section on drink-driving that was included in the 2018-2023 strategy....

Published by Nicole Zammit on BusinessNow on 18 August 2025

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