The undersigned ENGOs have taken note of Minister Clint Camilleri's plans to scale back the amendments to the Development Planning Act. The ENGOs wish to emphasize that every provision in the amendments to the Development Planning Act has the aim of eliminating an existing environmental protection. None of the provisions are meant to protect the environment, and no safeguards are present to restrict the use of the more expansive and ambiguous provisions.
Press Releases
Planning Bills will give unchecked power to the PA and developers, while disempowering the people
Today, a number of organisations held a press conference in front of Parliament to call for the immediate withdrawal of the two shocking Bills presented by the Government last week. These Bills aim to amend the Development Planning Act and the Environment and Planning Review Tribunal Act.
Friends of the Earth Malta goes Plastic Free for the Month of July
July is associated with plastic use reduction, and for this reason Friends of the Earth Malta (FoEM), goes plastic free for the month of July. On this note, FoEM encourages people to reduce plastic use. Started in July 2011 by an Australian organisation, Plastic Free Foundation, the month of July has been determined as global Plastic Free Month.
Friends of the Earth Malta Celebrates New National Record: Sunflower Towering at 3.6 m
Friends of the Earth Malta (FoEM) is thrilled to announce that its community garden has achieved a new national record: the tallest sunflower in Malta, reaching the height of 3.6 metres. This is a remarkable milestone that reflects not only the hard work of our team but also the power of sustainable, locally driven gardening.
Another week of road violence: time to end Malta’s car-centric epidemic
In recent days, Malta has once again witnessed a disturbing wave of serious traffic accidents. Nowadays, these are no longer isolated events, but rather part of a recurring and deadly pattern rooted in a transport system that consistently prioritises private vehicles over the safety, health and wellbeing of the people. These are not mere “accidents” but avoidable tragedies, enabled by policy decisions and planning failures that place cars over human life.
Pathetic Villa Rosa Local Plan Review fails to hide shameless Government attempt to line the pockets of Tal-Franċiż
9 organisations strongly condemn the proposed Villa Rosa Local Plan review which is nothing more than a blueprint for large-scale overdevelopment disguised as a planning exercise. Beneath the usual buzzwords, the plan serves a single purpose: to facilitate massive increases in building heights and volumes for the private gain of developer Tal-Franċiż.
Remembering Julian Manduca: 20 years since the passing of Journalist, Environmentalist and Musician
Friends of the Earth Malta (FoEM) is reflecting on 20 years since the passing of a core founding member, Julian Manduca. The NGO looks back with deep gratitude at the roots of the organisation, and to the people who shaped it. At the heart of its story stands Julian, a tireless activist, and a fearless voice for social and environmental justice in Malta.
Press Release: Over 1700kg of waste collected on Comino in 6 hours
On Saturday, 17th May, Friends of the Earth Malta collaborated with Din L-Art Ħelwa and the Malta Environmental Foundation on a clean-up activity in the area surrounding the old bakery on Comino.
Malta’s Transport Future: Spotlight on Micromobility
Monday 16 September marked the start of European Mobility Week (EMW) – the European Commission’s yearly awareness-raising campaign on sustainable urban mobility. However, we observed complete radio silence from our government, when the urgency to promote sustainable mobility in Malta has never been greater.
Together for Comino – Organisations seek public support to appeal the approval of hotel and villas in a nature reserve
Ten organisations are seeking the public’s support to appeal against the shameful approval of PA/04777/20, which involves the development of a 140-bed luxury hotel, 16 villas, and 44 swimming pools on Comino.
We believe that we have a strong legal basis to challenge the Planning Authority’s decision, but we need the public’s help to raise the €20,000 required to pursue this legal battle.
Let’s Reclaim Manoel Island for People and Nature – Sign the Petition Today!
Press statement in support of Żurrieq Farmers’ urgent call for the Lands Authority to revoke consent for Development on Tal-Bebbux agricultural land.
Żurrieq farmers urgently call on Lands Authority to withdraw consent for development on agricultural land in Tal-Bebbux
Press statement in support of Żurrieq Farmers’ urgent call for the Lands Authority to revoke consent for Development on Tal-Bebbux agricultural land.