Next year, Malta will expand its Community Police program nationwide and introduce the Police Patrol and Community Support Officers initiative.
This program aims to increase police presence on the streets and enhance public safety through visible community engagement.
Additionally, police station renovations continue, transforming long-closed stations into community police offices.
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The Public Works Department has been allocated €19.4 million in the new budget, with a focus on crucial infrastructure projects.
Notable allocations include €8.5 million for enhancements to Ta’ Qali National Park, €3 million for improving public spaces, and €1.5 million for upgrades to the storm-water system.
Energy efficiency initiatives in public buildings will receive €500,000, while €300,000 is earmarked for coastal and marine studies.
Additionally, €400,000 is set aside for a community project aimed at children and youth, with further investments in essential equipment and property maintenance rounding out the budget.
Moreover, the government plans to strengthen its partnership with Local Councils through a historic €10 million agreement, allowing these councils to initiate impactful projects that will directly benefit residents in their communities.
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To address traffic congestion, especially during peak hours, the government is proposing a range of short-term initiatives aimed at alleviating congestion.
The priority is to better organize local roads and adapt to a modern economy that operates around the clock.
These proposals will focus on enhancing the coordination of roadworks, improving public transport, implementing effective parking schemes, reducing reliance on private cars, and promoting sustainable mobility.
In this regard, the government has already initiated national consultations with social partners.
Last week, the government held a specific meeting with the Maltese Council for Economic and Social Development to discuss these proposals.
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The Government have announced a renewed and revamped funding scheme to further enhance and elevate the Gozo Carnival as a vibrant cultural event that draws audiences from both Malta and abroad.
The new funding scheme will provide financial support to individuals and organisation involved in the iconic Gozo Carnival festivities.
This funding mainly aims to alleviate the costs associated with renting designated spaces for the construction of Carnival floats and the creation of grotesque masks, which are integral to the celebrations.
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