MCAST students voiced their frustration over a prolonged dispute between the government and the Malta Union of Teachers (MUT), taking to the streets and occupying a Mosta roundabout.
The conflict stems from an expired collective agreement that has been under negotiation for two years.
The MUT, representing lecturers, has issued several directives, including withholding grades and limiting communication with administration and students.
These measures have disrupted students’ education, leaving many awaiting critical marks, particularly those finalising their degrees.
On Wednesday, students at MCAST Mosta protested by blocking roads, chanting, and encouraging motorists to honk in support.
Some held banners reading slogans like “you paid them in pennies but the work never stopped” and “three years wasted,” emphasising their solidarity with underpaid lecturers and calling for immediate resolution.
A similar car-cade protest occurred in Paola, where students drove from Qormi to the main campus, displaying banners with slogans like “our education is failing us.” This culminated in a larger demonstration at the Paola campus.
Despite rain and disruption, students demanded swift action to resolve the dispute and release grades, highlighting their lecturers’ dedication despite stalled negotiations.
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