Malta’s natural heritage is under increasing threat from illegal activities, weak enforcement, and legislative loopholes that continue to undermine environmental protection. While over 30% of the Maltese Islands have been designated as Natura 2000 sites in accordance with EU obligations,…

Momentum has released a critical 30-minute panel discussion dissecting the proposed planning reform bills, which panelists have labelled an “assault on legal certainty, environmental protection, and public participation.” The discussion warns that the reforms, tabled hastily before the summer recess, threaten to permanently…

The deadline for a parliamentary petition calling for immediate action on the regulation of short-term rentals has been extended by 15 days. The extension was granted following significant technical issues on the Parliament of Malta's official petitions website, which prevented any citizens…

Momentum has formally submitted a Freedom of Information request to Transport Malta, seeking full disclosure on the works for the reorganisation and expansion of boat moorings at Mellieħa Bay. Recent public announcements by Transport Malta confirm the reorganisation of moorings…

Momentum notes with disappointment that Transport Malta’s reply on the permanent moorings in Għadira Bay fails to address the main issues raised. While the authority claims that “everyone is enjoying Għadira Bay equally” and that this is a reorganisation exercise,…

Transport Malta confirms that new permanent moorings are being installed across nearly half of Għadira Bay. While authorities say there are no plans for a marina or pontoon, Transport Malta has not disclosed the total number of new moorings being installed, leaving…

Momentum expresses serious concern over a series of recent decisions by the Maltese justice system and other institutions, which, taken together, show a worrying disregard for the public interest, transparency, and fundamental rights. These cases, a woman convicted after seeking medical help following a self-managed abortion, a politically exposed person…

In a significant victory for community action, proactive Swieqi residents have successfully engaged with both Booking.com and Airbnb to tackle issues with problematic rentals in their area. We are thrilled to report that both platforms have agreed to help with enforcement on…