Abela defends Galdes, says 'no proof of wrongdoing' but praises decision to quit

Abela defends Galdes, says 'no proof of wrongdoing' but praises decision to quit

Robert Abela has defended former Affordable Housing Minister Roderick Galdes, saying the allegations he faces are unproven, while praising him for putting the government and party first by quitting his role.Abela said Galdes' resignation on Saturday would allow him to face the claims made against him without the burden of ministerial responsibilities.“What I did appreciate...

Robert Abela Backs Roderick Galdes Amid ‘Unproven Allegations'

Prime Minister Robert Abela has defended former Housing Minister Roderick Galdes, insisting the allegations against him remain unproven and that there is “not the slightest hint of evidence of wrongdoing.” Speaking to journalists earlier today, Abela dismissed recent reports about Galdes as “recycled,” and emphasised that none of the controversies- including advantageous property deals and alleged close ties with developers- have been substantia…

Did the Minister for Finance come to blows with the Prime Minister over Roderick Galdes? The timeline shows that it is likely

There’s a very interesting aspect about the story of Roderick Galdes and the saga of his extended corruption. Roderick Galdes has been accumulating an unusual amount of properties ever since he was a cabinet Minister but this accumulation increased ever since he was appointed Social Housing Minister in 2017. He was re-appointed in this post by Prime Minister Robert Abela in 2020. In July 2023, the Minister for Finances and the Prime Minister cam…