Transport Malta states Marascala yacht marina plans ‘not final’ following backlash

Transport Malta have reportedly taken a step back from the Marsascala yacht marina following backlash towards the controversial plans from a significant number of parties.

The government body stated that, despite the impression given by some, the plans for not finalised and the ‘Pre-Qualification Questionnaire’ (PPQ) was solely an early-stage call for anyone expressing interest to develop the marina.

Il-vuċi tiegħek hija importanti. Grazzi lir-residenti, lill-Kunsill u lill-NGOs. Il-pressjoni pubblika diġà ħalliet…

Posted by Bernard Grech on Sunday, 15 August 2021

Opposition leader Bernard Grech praised the pressure made by residents, the local council and NGOs and stated that the Nationalist party will make an effort to consult residents and keep the environment in mind when considering any investments into the village.

The statement went on to say that the decision for a Marascala marina was taken back in 2006, with a local plan through policy SMMS 04.

⚠️ It-tidwir bil-kliem ta’ Transport Malta ma jimpressjonana xejn (https://bit.ly/37JjHW3). Il-pjan għall-Yacht Marina…

Posted by Moviment Graffitti on Sunday, 15 August 2021

The marina story was met with backlash from various parties, with Moviment Graffitti saying that it would “suffocate the bay” and Marsascala council minority leader John Baptist Camilleri calling the marina development “suicide” for the seaside village.

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