Government Must Come Clean on Noma Island Raft off Comino
Momentum is calling on the Government to immediately clarify its position regarding the reported presence of the “Noma Island” boat raft currently setting up off the coast of Comino, within or adjacent to a protected natural area. Momentum had warned weeks ago about plans to set up this floating entertainment centre off Comino.
Comino is one of Malta’s most ecologically sensitive and overburdened sites. Any development, temporary installation, or commercial activity in its surrounding waters raises serious environmental, legal, and ethical concerns. The apparent establishment of a large floating structure in such a zone demands urgent scrutiny.
Momentum asks:
- Has any permit or authorisation been issued for this installation?
- Has an environmental impact assessment been conducted?
- Which authority is responsible for monitoring and enforcement in this case?
- How many environmental officers will be dispatched to Comino during the Summer period?
Carmel Asciak, Momentum candidate for Gozo, stated: “Government cannot remain silent while public and protected spaces are potentially compromised. Selective enforcement and regulatory ambiguity only erode public trust.
Momentum insists that all activities in and around Comino must strictly adhere to environmental protections and planning regulations. If no permits have been granted, immediate enforcement action must be taken. If permits do exist, they must be published without delay.
Malta’s natural heritage is not a free-for-all. The government must act transparently and decisively to safeguard it.
Momentum stands in solidarity with all the Local Councils that have stood up for the rights of the residents of their localities and opposed the setting up of this mobile light, sound and environmental pollutant in their localities”.
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