A major heritage dispute surrounding Fort Chambray in Gozo has intensified following renewed criticism from heritage NGO Din L-Art Ħelwa (DLĦ), which has publicly called for the resignation of Superintendent for Cultural Heritage Kurt Farrugia over what it describes as institutional shortcomings in safeguarding the site’s historic British barracks....
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NEWS Malta
February 27, 2026
Fort Chambray named among Europe’s most endangered sites 2026
Fort Chambray’s British Barracks in Gozo have been formally included in the 2026 edition of the “7 Most Endangered” programme issued by Europa Nostra. The decision has drawn renewed public...
NEWS Malta
October 27, 2025
NGOs warn of UNESCO action over Ġgantija temple project
A coalition of environmental and heritage organizations has issued a formal warning that they may turn to UNESCO if the Planning Authority proceeds with an application to build a 27-apartment...
NEWS Malta
April 18, 2025
ClimbMT requests access after Latnija cave is closed off
Following a landmark archaeological discovery in the Latnija cave in Mellieħa, Malta, tensions have emerged between cultural preservation authorities and the climbing community. The non-profit organisation ClimbMT has formally requested...
NEWS Malta
February 15, 2025
Activists oppose Fort Chambray redevelopment permits
A coalition of environmental and heritage organisations has launched a major legal battle against two permits granted by the Planning Authority (PA) for the redevelopment of Fort Chambray, a historically...
NEWS Malta
January 2, 2025
NGOs Challenge Fort Chambray Demolition Plans
Several non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have announced their intention to challenge the Planning Authority’s controversial decision to demolish the historic British Barracks at Fort Chambray. This decision would make way for...
NEWS Malta
September 9, 2024
Tackling Overtourism in Malta
In recent years, European tourism has reached unprecedented levels, leading to an array of challenges for popular destinations. As tourism surges, destinations like Malta are grappling with the strain of...