With an investment of €1.1 million, 18 projects were approved across Malta and Gozo this year to benefit from funds provided by the LESA agency.
The Government noted that since 2021 funds have been received to implement 113 projects with a collective investment of around €6 million to create ”positive and tangible changes in the lives of communities, and to improve local services, safety and the quality of life of residents.”
The Minister for Home Affairs, Security and Employment, Byron Camilleri, together with the Parliamentary Secretary for Local Government, Alison Zerafa Civelli, chaired this ceremony, where they highlighted how LESA funds are a central instrument to address real community needs and to support initiatives that leave an immediate and sustainable impact on citizens.
Minister Camilleri emphasised the importance of enforcement based on sense and balance, and said, “I believe in order because where there is order, society works better. I also believe that the just citizen, the one who follows the rules, should feel safe and respected. Meaningful enforcement is not about rejoicing in punishment, but about having more organised, stronger and safer towns and villages where we can live better together.”
Parliamentary Secretary Alison Zerafa Civelli said that this scheme has borne fruit and its investment among communities over the years. She claimed that over €1 million collected from traffic contraventions by LESA will have been distributed in this year’s scheme.
The approved projects include:
Projects in favour of greater security and include CCTV;
Restoration and maintenance of historical sites to preserve cultural and historical heritage;
Paving and sports facilities that improve the quality of life and offer opportunities for children and adults;
Purchase of electric vehicles for Councils to promote sustainable and efficient transport;
Environmental and inclusive initiatives that strengthen the participation and involvement of everyone.
The Minister thanked the mayors, councillors and executive secretaries for their cooperation and coordination, and mentioned how collaboration between the Ministry and Local Councils is essential to create a positive, sustainable and inclusive impact in every community.
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