Nationalist MP Censu Galea last night reiterated his call for the removal of parliamentary privilege.

Privilege from prosecution is enjoyed by MPs speaking in the House and the media when reporting such speeches.

In an adjournment speech, Mr Galea, who is also the Deputy Speaker, said parliamentary privilege had been the source of abuse in many instances, enabling some people to make claims without backing them up with evidence.

The House, Mr Galea, argued, could not continue to be used as a platform for unsubstantiated accusations.

Defending the retention of parliamentary privilege would mean protecting those who wanted to abuse, he said, while insisting that those who wished to reveal information could do so through several means and could enjoy protection.

MPs, Mr Galea said, should speak responsibly and should be able to substantiate their information.