05/09/2026
https://fenechlaw.com/insights/the-future-of-the-maltese-family-court/
Following the launch of a Public Consultation on the Family Courts reform back in November 2024, the Government has now defined its future direction on the said Reform. According to announcements in several news portals on the 2nd February 2026, the Family Court will no longer form part of the Civil Courts, but will instead operate as an autonomous Court, housed in a building separate from the existing courts.
The Reform will be addressing co-parenting arrangements, the issue of mainupuation of children, delays in proceedings and failure to pay child maintenance. The scope being to create a more efficient system for all parties concerned, giving paramount consideration to the children’s wellbeing and security.
Following the launch of a Public Consultation on the Family Courts reform back in November 2024, the Government has now defined its future direction on the said Reform.