CANDIDATES 2026

Noel Muscat

Muscat, Noel

Mayor of Swieqi for the past 14 years. Founder of NM Group, a company providing audit, accounting, and related services. He played competitive football until the age of 39. He has completed the Half Marathon 26 times for charity and raised donations distributed to Caritas Drug Rehabilitation, the Eden Foundation, and other organizations.

District 9 and 10
7946 6393
David Pace Ross

Pace Ross, David

David Pace Ross, aged 51, grew up in the Old Church area of Birkirkara and now lives in Sliema with his wife and their daughter. He is contesting the 8th District, and his political commitment began at a young age through his involvement in the MŻPN, where he developed strong values of public service and dedication to the Nationalist Party. David has many years of experience in the financial services sector and currently works as a consultant in banking solutions for the iGaming industry. He believes in a fair, transparent, and competitive Malta, where everyone has the opportunity to succeed through merit, determination, and ability, not through favors or nepotism. He is committed to strengthening good governance, protecting the natural environment and cultural heritage, and ensuring that the Malta we leave to future generations is stronger, more sustainable, and full of opportunities.

District 8
7943 2843
Alex Perici Calascione

Perici Calascione, Alex

Alex Perici Calascione graduated as a lawyer in 1986 and has extensive experience mainly in commercial and civil law. As a politician within the Nationalist Party, he has held various roles over the years. He has been a member of the Executive Committee since 2013, served as Party Treasurer between 2013 and 2017, and in 2019 was appointed President of the Executive Committee. In 2022, he was elected Deputy Leader of the Nationalist Party. In the voluntary sector, he has been involved in various roles over the years, including serving for more than 10 years on the Board of Management of Razzett tal-Ħbiberija. He is married to MayAnne and they have three children, Maria, Veronica, and John, and four grandchildren, Elizabeth, Adam, Jean Luc, and Ollie.

District 1 and 9
9970 9445
Michael Piccinino

Piccinino, Michael

Michael is a 31-year-old lawyer. From a young age, he has been actively involved in the community and youth organizations. He served as President of the National Youth Council and also on the Board of the European Youth Forum, which represents young people before the European Union and the Council of Europe. In 2021, Michael was elected as the youngest Secretary General of the Nationalist Party since the Second World War. In March 2025, he resigned from this role to focus on his candidacy for the next general election.

District 4
7977 9797
Luke Said

Said, Luke

Luke is a 22-year-old activist. A true defender of Gozo in body and spirit, whose heart beats to the rhythm of the island’s wind and waves, and whose commitment to protecting Gozo has never wavered. From the narrow streets of Nadur to the island’s edges, he has always walked and worked with purpose. He is a Geophysics student, trained to read the hidden stories of the Earth. He has learned that real change requires patience and precision. This scientific mindset has shaped how he approaches the challenges he faces analyzing deeply, acting carefully, and seeking the truth beyond the noise. In recent years, he has been at the forefront of defending our environment, our heritage, and our people. He has taken clear positions against uncontrolled development in Comino and the destruction that Triq Marsalforn is set to face. He has spoken in favor of St George’s Square and was the driving force behind some of the largest clean-up campaigns ever carried out in Gozo. He has worked tirelessly to protect and restore the Qolla l-Bajda Battery. Through dedicated campaigns, he has raised awareness about the protection of ODZ and UCA sites.

District 13
7704 8248
Mark Anthony Sammut

Sammut, Mark Anthony

He is 40 years old, married, and father of two. He works as an IT engineer within a private company. He has been involved with the Nationalist Party for over 20 years, serving in various roles including part of the Section Committee, the Youth Movement of the Nationalist Party, and the Executive Committee, which he also chaired. For the past five years, he has served as President of the General Council. He also served as a Local Councillor in Gudja for 16 years, and as a Member of Parliament for the past four years.

District 4 and 10
9917 9284
Justin Schembri

Schembri, Justin

Justin Schembri is a Member of Parliament elected from the 8th District, first elected in the 2022 general election, where he was appointed Shadow Minister for Education. He also served as Minority Leader in the Birkirkara Local Council. He is 44 years old and is in a relationship with Annalise Galea, a local councillor in Ħal Balzan. They live in Birkirkara. He is the father of Lexi, who is 14 years old. He is a teacher by profession and graduated in Maltese, Communication, and Politics. Besides politics and education, he has a strong interest in the Maltese language, identity, and culture.

District 1 and 8
9988 5107
Leone Sciberras

Sciberras, Leone

Leone Sciberras is a widely respected politician known for his commitment to public service, particularly in the social sector, including persons with disabilities, the elderly, and vulnerable individuals. He advocates for them, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs addressed. With consistent dedication, Leone works to promote initiatives that place the community at the center. In recent years, he has served as a councillor in the Żabbar Local Council, where he represents his constituents with dedication and integrity. He also serves as President of the Nationalist Party Councillors Forum for the Second District. He holds a degree in Information Technology and is currently in his final year of a degree in Management. Leone firmly believes that if something is your right, you should receive it without having to ask for it. His unwavering commitment translates into a more inclusive society with people at its core.

District 2 and 3
2755 5861
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