In this article Prof. Tonio Borg examines the constitutional functions and powers of the office of State Advocate introduced in 2019. In his view it is evident that the idea behind the establishment of this office was to have an autonomous guardian safeguarding the legality of State action in the public interest; and yet in […]
This article by Ryan Caruana was previously submitted as part of ERL 1002 and is being published with the author’s permission. Intergenerational equity (IGE) serves as a cornerstone of environmental justice, highlighting the obligation of the present generation to preserve the environment for the benefit of those to come. Grounded in principles of conserving options, […]
This article by Sarah Pisani was previously submitted as part of MCT2001 and is being published with the author’s permission. The aim of this piece of work is to describe, explain, as well as critically analyse the disciplinary and investigative functions of the Medical Council of Malta. It provides an introduction of the regulatory body […]
This article by Jamie Montebello was previously submitted as part of CVL1024 and is being published with the author’s permission. It examines financial autonomy in marriage, focusing on the role of prenuptial agreements in balancing individual rights and shared financial responsibilities. It explores how these agreements protect personal assets and provide a framework for fair […]
This article by Kurt Zammit was previously submitted as part of CVL1024 and is being published with the author’s permission.The contribution analyses the legal aspects behind the mens rea and actus reus. It highlights the complexities that low mental capacity and mental illness and cognitive decline pose in order to answer the legal question whether […]
This article by Leighton John DeMicoli was previously submitted as part of CVL2009 and is being published with the author’s permission. It examines the evolution of marriage in Civil and Canon law traditions. Exploring how Roman law established a contractual framework for marriage, focusing on mutual consent and personal agreements, while Canon law integrated theological […]
This article by Michela Cutajar was previously submitted as part of ERL1002 and is being published with the author’s permission. This piece entry delves into the nuanced distinction between “common goods” and “the common good,” positioning the environment as an indispensable asset for the collective benefit of humanity. Through a detailed analysis, the paper examines […]
This article by Daniel Mohammadpour was previously submitted as part of PBL3016 and is being published with the author’s permission. Sport is a global phenomenon practiced for both competitive and recreational purposes, with legal implications arising in competitive contexts. This paper critically analyses anti-doping violations and the required standards of proof, focusing on preserving the […]
This article by Whitney Psaila was previously submitted as part of ERL1002 and is being published with the author’s permission. In the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, there is no mention of the Right to a Healthy Environment. Nonetheless, this Convention has been effectively invoked to aid in environmental advancement. […]
This article by Sarah Pisani was previously submitted as part of ERL1001 and is being published with the author’s permission. It analysis the legal framework of development planning in Malta, specifically focusing on the balance between material considerations and planning policies as outlined in Article 72 of the Development Planning Act 2016. The author examines […]
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