Watch: Grech Slams Government’s Endless U-Turns In Scathing Budget 2025 Response
Following the government’s presentation of the 2025 budget last week, Bernard Grech delivered his response yesterday, portraying it as clear evidence of a government perpetually preoccupied with extinguishing crises of its own making.
Grech highlighted the numerous “U-turns” under Prime Minister Robert Abela’s leadership, stating: “Never in our country’s history have we seen a Prime Minister make as many U-turns as Robert Abela.” He detailed several major policy reversals that, he claimed, underscore the government’s lack of a clear plan.
First, Grech pointed to the inquiry into the tragic death of Jean Paul Sofia. Initially dismissed, the inquiry was only launched after widespread public outrage—a reversal that Grech sees as emblematic of a government without direction
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He also criticised the handling of Rosianne Cutajar’s case, which he described as a mess of inconsistency. “On Rosianne Cutajar, I’ve lost count of how many U-turns you made,” he remarked, referring to the government’s pattern of defending, suspending, apologising, and then readmitting her to the party.
On other sensitive issues, like abortion, Grech noted how the government’s position has repeatedly shifted.
Bernard Grech depicted the government as entangled in a web of policy reversals, comparing its movements to a roundabout with no exit. For him, Budget 2025 is just the latest stop on this convoluted journey—proof that public outcry, not strategic vision, drives decision-making.
Overall, Grech critiqued the budget for its lack of substantial measures to address the key challenges facing the nation, such as the rising cost of living and the need for improved public services.
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