The Malta Sociological Association has issued its feedback on the public consultation in question (Development Notification (Amendment) Order, 2020), [1] concerning the request for authorisation [2] for the Temporary Use of Land for caravans and camps by various government entities such as a Local Council, or any other public entity.
The MSA has appealed to the Government to “avoid taking rushed decisions” on such a sensitive issue. “The Government should consider the different voices of the different stakeholders on this matter, and evaluate accordingly, in the spirit of democratic deliberation.”
In this regard, the MSA said that it believes that the Government should employ a social impact assessment, through an ongoing process, on this matter, conforming to international guidelines, such as those of the International Association for Impact Assessment.
The public consultation is open until the 20th of June.
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