Over to you: Party leaders thank supporters as they wrap up campaigning
The political leaders rounded off the 2020 electoral campaign on Thursday evening, addressing mass rallies in which they thanked supporters for their encouragement, and called on everyone to cast their ballot on Saturday.
Robert Abela spoke before thousands of enthusiastic Labour supporters who packed the MFCC tent at Ta’Qali, appealing for ‘a strong vote for a strong Malta’.
Bernard Grech addressed a crowd that filled the palace square in Valletta, saying this was the time to say Issa Daqshekk (enough is enough) to abuse of power and instead opt for the PN’s vision of the future.
The five weeks of campaigning will be followed on Friday with a ‘day of silence’ when voters are expected to reflect on their choices before heading for the polling stations on Saturday.
Labour produced a lavish two-hour concert before the prime minister’s address, with Labour favourite Mary Spiteri headlining a list of singers before Abela spoke.
The Labour crowd at Ta'Qali..
Early in his address Robert Abela thanked supporters and expressed special appreciation to his wife Lydia and their daughter, becoming emotional as he mentioned Giorgia-Mae.
He said he remained close to people and felt their...