Transport Minister Chris Bonett has highlighted a positive finding from EU studies showing that Malta has the second safest roads in Europe — but stressed that this is not a reason to slow down efforts to make them even safer.
“Let’s not be too negative. This is something EU studies have shown. But that doesn’t mean we don’t need to keep improving,” Bonett said, adding that the government’s goal is to make Malta’s roads the safest in Europe — and to continue improving even after reaching that target.
The Minister also emphasised the sensitivity of every life lost on the road, saying: “It’s not just a number — it’s a human being. Every accident is one too many.”
His comments came as the government announced a series of bold transport measures aimed at tackling traffic, reducing congestion, and encouraging safer, more sustainable travel:
A €25,000 grant for drivers who give up their car and licence for five years
A €6,000 scooter scheme for 17-year-olds who delay getting a car licence
The Scooter Shift Grant, offering €6,000 to adults who switch to two wheels
Up to €2,500 in grants for low- and mid-powered motorcycles, with scrappage bonuses
An expansion of carpool parking at the University of Malta
Minister Bonett reiterated that while incentives and infrastructure are important, the ultimate goal is a cultural shift in how Maltese people move, always with safety at the heart of it.
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