The Environment & Resources Authority (ERA) has said that following reports of multiple spray-painted arrows appearing at the Majjistral Park and other areas including Gozo, such as Ghajnsielem and the Kantra Valley, it has worked together with the Police Force on an investigation to identify the offenders.

Once identified, this morning ERA said its enforcement officers and the Police made the responsible party prove that the markings and signs made, which were sprayed as directional aids for a series of races, were removable by water.

ERA said that the event organiser, which is a French organisation, has been instructed to remove all its signs by Friday night “and it is cooperating.”

The complete removal of these signs will be assured by the ERA together with the Police and with the Majjistral Park rangers in relation to signs within that Park.

ERA stated that further action will be considered if the signs are not removed within the stipulated time-frames.

To avoid future instances the organisers have been informed on the proper practice to be followed when organising such events, said ERA

ERA reiterated that organised activities within protected areas under the Environment Protection Act (Cap. 549) may require a prior permit from the Authority and organisers are encouraged to consult with ERA to determine whether a permit for their activity is required.

For further information or enquiries, please refer to https://forms.eraportal.org.mt/customercare or contact ERA by telephone on 2292 3500.

In the case of permitting related queries or permit submissions kindly communicate via e-mail on env.permitting@era.org.mt

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