Moviment Graffitti, one of the nine NGOs which called for the public’s support to help them fund the appeal the “outrageous Fort Chambray decisions,” has confirmed that the target has been reached in just a few days.

The organisation said that last December, “the Planning Authority, with the backing of both the Government and Opposition, betrayed the public by approving the demolition of a historic barracks to make way for numerous apartments and an aparthotel.”

It argued that “for years, developers have taken over this historic fort, locking the public out. Now, they seek to destroy our heritage for profit. To add insult to injury, taxpayers will be footing the bill for restoration works that will enable developers to rake in millions.”

The organisation stressed that “despite the Maltese political class continually selling off our public spaces and heritage, we are determined to do our utmost to ensure that the common good prevails over greed.”

“Thank you to everyone who contributed – your support is invaluable – The fight continues,” Moviment Graffitti said.

The nine organisations are:

BirdLife Malta

Din l-Art Helwa

Din l-Art Helwa – Ghawdex

Flimkien ghal Ambjent Ahjar

Ghawdix

Moviment Graffitti

Ramblers’ Association of Malta

The Archaeological Society Malta

Wirt Ghawdex.

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