A historic landmark in Gozo’s Citadel, St John’s Cavalier, is still in grave danger of collapse and posing a serious danger to visitors and passers-by. Wirt Ghawdex had already issued a Press Release way back in June. Unfortunately, nothing has yet been done, and as a result the danger and damage have increased. With the passage of time, the damage may be irremediable, and this is a great cause of concern.

Gozo Heritage Society Wirt Ghawdex is informed that this monument is leased to a telecommunications company which has installed several antennaes on top of the Cavalier, giving the site an unsightly appearance. The building is also in a dilapidated state and no maintenance has been carried out for years in contravention of lease agreements on Government-owned properties. Overgrown shrubs, as can be seen in the photos, are causing severe damage to the stonework which has become dangerously displaced.

Wirt Ghawdex once again appeals to the Government and to the Parliamentary Secretary for Revenues and Land to revoke the lease on the site and revert the site for the enjoyment and appreciation of the public. Wirt Ghawdex also notes with concern that no policy exists on the installation of flagpoles and antenna on the Gozo Citadel. Also recently, an unsightly antenna on the roof of the Gozo Museum of Archaeology was installed and Wirt Ghawdex recommends that it should be removed immediately.

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