Public infrastructure projects often sit at the intersection of governance, communication and political perception. In Malta, recent attention has focused on how roadworks are presented to the public, particularly in relation to messaging shared by Chris Bonett, the country’s Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Public Works....
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NEWS Malta
April 4, 2026
Xemxija collapse raises renewed concern over construction safety
A second ground collapse adjacent to ongoing roadworks in Xemxija has intensified concerns among residents and local stakeholders, particularly given the scale and complexity of the development project underway. The...
NEWS Malta
February 13, 2026
Villa area dispute grows in Ta’ Xbiex over new proposal
Residents in one of Ta’ Xbiex’s designated villa areas have formally objected to a new planning control application that they argue could alter the long established character of their neighbourhood....
NEWS Malta
February 11, 2026
Santa Venera construction evacuation as architect denies collapse risk
A construction project in Santa Venera has triggered widespread concern after visible damage to neighbouring residential buildings led to the evacuation of multiple families. While residents have raised alarms about...
NEWS Malta
November 21, 2025
PA confirms Xlendi project despite raised concerns
A development application for a seven-storey residential block in Xlendi has been approved by the Planning Authority (PA), despite detailed objections from residents and architects who argued that the project...
NEWS Malta
October 1, 2025
Valletta population drops as foreigners move into towns
Malta is witnessing a significant demographic transformation, with its capital, Valletta, experiencing a steady decline in resident population over the past decade, while six towns now host a majority of...
NEWS Malta
September 24, 2025
Planning Authority sanctions illegal penthouses in Sannat
The Planning Authority (PA) has officially approved the sanctioning of a row of penthouses in Sannat, Gozo, despite a definitive ruling by Malta’s highest court declaring the development illegal. This...
NEWS Malta
May 22, 2025
Malta Housing Land Deal Clears Way for Polidano Project
A long-contested piece of government-owned land in Luqa, Malta, is now at the center of public scrutiny following a formal agreement between Housing Minister Roderick Galdes and developer Charles Polidano,...
NEWS Malta
March 11, 2025
Malta Planning Laws Allow Illegal Developments to Proceed
Malta’s urban planning and development framework is facing mounting criticism due to its significant loopholes that allow developers to sidestep legal rulings with impunity. Environmental activists, legal experts, and concerned...
NEWS Malta
March 8, 2025
Concerns rise over new Malta planning amendments
The Maltese government’s proposed amendments to the Development Notification Order (DNO) regulations have sparked significant backlash from environmental and heritage organizations. These groups have voiced concerns that the changes will...