The ongoing debate surrounding Malta’s urban expansion has taken a new turn after the Planning Authority (PA) announced the suspension of an application to develop so-called “farmer quarters” within the limits of Siġġiewi. The three-month suspension follows a prior recommendation for refusal, citing environmental and cultural concerns over the project’s location in a protected Natura 2000 site....
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NEWS Malta
October 29, 2025
Buskett redevelopment refused over Natura 2000 concerns
The Planning Authority (PA) has recommended the outright refusal of an application to redevelop a ruined structure located within the Buskett area, on the grounds that the proposed works would...
NEWS Malta
October 25, 2025
Controversy grows over Għar Lapsi coastal project
Once a pristine coastal enclave known for its natural charm and unspoiled views of Filfla, Għar Lapsi has long stood as one of Malta’s last untouched seaside locations. Its rocky...
NEWS Malta
May 13, 2025
Court Delays Ruling on Blue Lagoon Tourism Cap
The fate of Comino’s embattled Blue Lagoon tourism management plan remains uncertain, as a final court ruling on the cap imposed by the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) has been officially...
NEWS Malta
April 15, 2025
Illegal kiosks return to Comino despite protection laws
Despite Comino’s status as a designated Natura 2000 site—part of the EU's network of protected natural areas—illegal kiosks will once again be allowed to operate on the island in the...