The long-standing Ta’ Qali picnic area in Malta has become the centre of a growing political and environmental dispute. What was once a popular green public space for families, dog owners and outdoor leisure seekers has been transformed in recent months into a landscape dominated by a layer of gravel and sand. This change has drawn sharp criticism from opposition politicians, environmental advocates and members of the public, raising questions about government decision making, transparency of expert involvement, costs to taxpayers and the future of one of the island’s key open spaces....

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