The organisers said that It has been “truly heartwarming to spend four days at Kamp Gustizzja ghal Artna surrounded by solidarity, receiving countless messages of support, witnessing generous acts of encouragement, and engaging in conversations with people from all walks of life.”

They extended their sincere gratitude to everyone who participated in the camp, as well as to all those who supported it in any way.

“We believe our message has been heard loud and clear, particularly following Monday evening’s protest, when thousands of people who love their country stood together to demand the withdrawal of the destructive planning laws. As the camp’s objectives have been achieved, activists will today begin dismantling the site while preparing for the next steps in the Gustizzja ghal Artna campaign,” the organisers said.

The campaign organisers stated that, “we remain convinced that the proposed laws were designed to serve developers’ wishes, disempower the ordinary citizen, and open every corner of our islands to unrestrained construction.”

“We also take note of the Government’s stated commitment to substantially revise the planning laws and to consult with the organisations before proceeding with the parliamentary process,” said the campaign. “While we welcome this commitment, we firmly believe that Malta needs a genuine planning reform process built around the wellbeing of the country and its people, not the interests of developers. We have yet to see to what extent, and in what direction, the Government intends to revise the proposed laws.”

Until these demands are met, the Gustizzja Ghal Artna campaign said it will continue to work for the full withdrawal of the two bills and the three draft legal notices. “We once again express our heartfelt thanks for the public’s overwhelming support and invite everyone to remain alert and ready for the next steps in the fight for justice for our land.”

Photo: Kamp Gustizzja ghal Artna

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