Open data portals across Europe: Malta builds transparency through
open access and public participation
Malta’s national open data portal, portal.data.gov.mt
[https://portal.data.gov.mt/], provides users with a central entry
point to explore datasets published by national authorities. The
platform currently offers over 230 datasets across sectors such as
planning and statistics, with a user-friendly overview of contributing
publishers, including institutions like the Planning Authority and the
National Statistics Office. 

To promote transparency and engagement, the portal allows users
to suggest new datasets [https://portal.data.gov.mt/contact], give
feedback [https://portal.data.gov.mt/contact], and request
access to data that is not yet open, with such datasets clearly
flagged. This participatory approach strengthens dialogue between
public institutions and data users, helping shape the development of
Malta’s open data ecosystem. 

The portal is designed to support the management of metadata linked to
national and EU legal frameworks. While still under development, it
offers an evolving space where users can access, explore and provide
input on a growing collection of datasets. The clear indication that
this is a work in progress signals openness and encourages
collaboration to improve the platform further. 

As Malta expands its digital public services, platforms
like portal.data.gov.mt  [https://portal.data.gov.mt/]can support
more informed decision-making and stronger connections between
institutions and citizens. Visit the portal to discover available
datasets, request access, or contribute your ideas. 

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Publication Date/Time
2025-10-08T08:00:00+00:00
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