€5.1 Million Criminal Court Of Appeal Building Underway In Valletta

Work is progressing on a new building for Malta’s Criminal Court of Appeal in Valletta, with an investment of more than €5.1 million.

Located in Triq id-Dejqa, the new building is intended to provide more specialised judicial facilities while freeing up space in the main Courts of Justice building to accommodate additional hearings.

The project, being carried out by the Court Services Agency, will include three modern courtrooms, offices for members of the judiciary and administrative staff, as well as a dedicated registry and archive.

The building will also feature a designated space for victims, designed to provide a safe and dignified environment separate from other parties involved in court proceedings.

Justice Minister Clifton Grima said the investment forms part of the Government's efforts to modernise court infrastructure and improve the efficiency and accessibility of judicial services.

He added that the new facilities would allow the Criminal Court of Appeal to operate in a building specifically designed for its needs, while making better use of the space available in the main Courts of Justice.

The site was acquired by the Court Services Agency in October 2020, with demolition and reconstruction works beginning in January 2025 after the necessary permits were obtained.

Despite the challenges of carrying out construction works in a historically sensitive area of Valletta, the project is progressing well.

Further works include installations and finishing, as well as the provision of furniture, audio equipment and X-ray machines.

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