Reported Crimes In Malta Drops From 1990’s

Nov 28 2024

During a recent Parliamentary Questions session, it was revealed that the number of reported crimes per 1,000 people in Malta has significantly decreased compared to the 1990s.

This information was presented by Byron Camilleri, Malta’s Minister for Home Affairs, Security, Reforms, and Equality, who outlined the annual crime rates since 1998.

The data was requested by PL MP Davina Sammut Hili, who inquired about crime trends in recent years.

The statistics show that the highest crime rate was recorded in 2004 and 2005, with 46 reported crimes per 1,000 people. In contrast, the lowest rate of 25 was recorded in 2020, likely influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, which confined people to their homes.

While the late 1990s and early 2000s saw averages in the mid-40s, a notable decline has been observed since 2018. Between 2018 and 2023, the highest reported rate was 33 in 2018, marking a significant drop in criminal activity over recent years.

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116 People Injured In Traffic Accidents In Gozo This Year

Nov 28 2024

According to a parliamentary question tabled by Chris Said and responded to by Minister Byron Camilleri, there were a total of 116 traffic accidents in Gozo in 2024 so far.

According to the data abled in parliament, only Zebbug registered an incident with an injury that resulted in a death.

The locality with the highest amount of injuries was Victoria with 32 individuals, followed by Xewkija at 23 and Ghajnsielem at 13.

Fontana and San Lawrenz registered the lowest amount of accidents with injuries with just 1.

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New Msida Primary School Revealed

Nov 28 2024

The brand-new Msida St. Theresa Primary School has officially opened its doors to the public following a €24 million investment.

This state-of-the-art facility includes 40 modern classrooms, a childcare center, a cutting-edge public library accessible to all, and a spacious hall that can accommodate up to 300 students for assemblies.

The Msida Primary School is also making history as Malta’s first-ever carbon-neutral school.

Designed with sustainability in mind, the school features eco-friendly elements such as wall and ceiling insulation to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature year-round. Moreover, rainwater will be collected in specialised reservoirs for reuse in irrigation and sanitary systems.

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Prime Minister Inaugurates Regeneration Project Of Gnien Spencer, Marsa

Nov 28 2024

Prime Minister Robert Abela inaugurated the regeneration project of Ġnien Spencer in Marsa.

Spanning an area of approximately 11 acres, Ġnien Spencer has been transformed into a remarkable space for the community, as part of the government’s commitment to investing in green and sustainable spaces in the heart of localities across Malta.

The regenerated garden, spearheaded by the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA), strongly promotes sustainability. It features a water storage and filtration system, nearly 6,000 shrubs, an additional 6,000 plants, and numerous trees, alongside solar-powered electricity generation systems.

In his speech, the Prime Minister expressed satisfaction with the completion of this project in Marsa, stating, “Today, we witness the realisation of a project in a locality I deeply believe in. A locality that, due to past decisions, faced challenges. Today, I am proud of a government that firmly believes in Marsa.”

He emphasised the importance of regeneration and highlighted key governmental decisions, including the closure of the power station in the area.

The Prime Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to prioritising similar projects.

He noted, “We need to accelerate efforts to create more projects like Ġnien Spencer. Initiatives such as Wied Fulija, Qortin in Gozo, and Bengħajsa are equally significant.” He also announced that next year’s budget includes funding for 19 additional open space projects.

Before the inauguration, Minister for the Environment, Energy, and Public Cleansing Miriam Dalli emphasised the symbolic value of Ġnien Spencer in supporting environmental protection efforts.

“We promised 40,000 square meters of new open spaces by the end of the year. This is the third garden we’ve opened in just three days,” she remarked, highlighting the added value these spaces bring to their localities.

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