Planning Authority launches public consultation for Villa Rosa local plan revision

October 16, 2024
by Nicole Zammit

The revision aims to adjust the sub-zone boundaries within the site and define permissible building heights for each zone

Developers and architects welcome ‘elevation of standards’ in stone mason licensing

August 12, 2024
by Robert Fenech

The National Building Council insisted that short-medium and long term strategy plans are 'necessary for the industry'

New builders’ licensing rules announced as part of construction sector reform

August 7, 2024
by Fabrizio Tabone

The reform will see a gradual removal of licences issued under the Police Code

Building and Construction Authority CEO resigns days after fatal construction incident

April 23, 2024
by Helena Grech

Jesmond Muscat quits after less than two years in the role

Engineers to join architects and lawyers in new service helping citizens affected by construction

March 18, 2024
by Robert Fenech

The Chamber of Engineers will also be helping the committee set up to implement the public inquiry board's recommendations

National Building Council calls for public registry of licensed contractors

March 15, 2024
by Robert Fenech

The council is a collaborative effort by the Malta Development Association and the Chamber of Architects

Call for lawyers and architects to assist citizens affected by the construction sector

March 9, 2024
by Robert Fenech

Minister Jonathan Attard said the new free service will reassure those who worry about nearby developments

Sofia inquiry shows need for construction contractor insurance, say insurance brokers

March 1, 2024
by Robert Fenech

The Association of Insurance Brokers was ‘disappointed’ in the ‘watered down’ legislation for contractors’ licensing

MDA calls for ‘detailed analyses’ of several recommendations made in Jean Paul Sofia inquiry

February 28, 2024
by Helena Grech

It described the report as ‘an important cornerstone in the modernization of the construction industry’

OHSA Chairman David Xuereb to resign after being named in Jean Paul Sofia Inquiry

February 28, 2024
by Anthea Cachia

The public inquiry commenced in August, concluded in November and was published on Thursday

Malta Enterprise and INDIS in the hot seat following publication of Sofia public inquiry

February 28, 2024
by Helena Grech

In December 2022, Jean Paul Sofia lost his life when a building collapsed on Government-owned land in Corradino

Approvals for new dwellings in final months of 2023 sinks by 37%

February 20, 2024
by Fabrizio Tabone

San Ġwann, Saint Paul's Bay and Ħamrun registered the highest number of approved new dwellings during the period

Gozo Tourism Association lauds first policy decision taken by new Planning Minister: ‘a breath of fresh air’

February 12, 2024
by Robert Fenech

The organisation believes that development must respect the character of existing buildings and the wider environment

Scaffolding and façade at Gżira construction site collapses

February 6, 2024
by Fabrizio Tabone

Construction was ongoing as part of a project which would see the development of a 116-room hotel

Green measures for Maltese buildings set to come into force in July 2024

January 17, 2024
by Robert Fenech

New buildings will have to comply with updated minimum energy performance requirements

Planning Authority launches public consultation for Villa Rosa local plan revision

October 16, 2024
by Nicole Zammit

The revision aims to adjust the sub-zone boundaries within the site and define permissible building heights for each zone

Developers and architects welcome ‘elevation of standards’ in stone mason licensing

August 12, 2024
by Robert Fenech

The National Building Council insisted that short-medium and long term strategy plans are 'necessary for the industry'

New builders’ licensing rules announced as part of construction sector reform

August 7, 2024
by Fabrizio Tabone

The reform will see a gradual removal of licences issued under the Police Code

Building and Construction Authority CEO resigns days after fatal construction incident

April 23, 2024
by Helena Grech

Jesmond Muscat quits after less than two years in the role

Engineers to join architects and lawyers in new service helping citizens affected by construction

March 18, 2024
by Robert Fenech

The Chamber of Engineers will also be helping the committee set up to implement the public inquiry board's recommendations

National Building Council calls for public registry of licensed contractors

March 15, 2024
by Robert Fenech

The council is a collaborative effort by the Malta Development Association and the Chamber of Architects

Call for lawyers and architects to assist citizens affected by the construction sector

March 9, 2024
by Robert Fenech

Minister Jonathan Attard said the new free service will reassure those who worry about nearby developments

Sofia inquiry shows need for construction contractor insurance, say insurance brokers

March 1, 2024
by Robert Fenech

The Association of Insurance Brokers was ‘disappointed’ in the ‘watered down’ legislation for contractors’ licensing

MDA calls for ‘detailed analyses’ of several recommendations made in Jean Paul Sofia inquiry

February 28, 2024
by Helena Grech

It described the report as ‘an important cornerstone in the modernization of the construction industry’

OHSA Chairman David Xuereb to resign after being named in Jean Paul Sofia Inquiry

February 28, 2024
by Anthea Cachia

The public inquiry commenced in August, concluded in November and was published on Thursday

Malta Enterprise and INDIS in the hot seat following publication of Sofia public inquiry

February 28, 2024
by Helena Grech

In December 2022, Jean Paul Sofia lost his life when a building collapsed on Government-owned land in Corradino

Approvals for new dwellings in final months of 2023 sinks by 37%

February 20, 2024
by Fabrizio Tabone

San Ġwann, Saint Paul's Bay and Ħamrun registered the highest number of approved new dwellings during the period

Gozo Tourism Association lauds first policy decision taken by new Planning Minister: ‘a breath of fresh air’

February 12, 2024
by Robert Fenech

The organisation believes that development must respect the character of existing buildings and the wider environment

Scaffolding and façade at Gżira construction site collapses

February 6, 2024
by Fabrizio Tabone

Construction was ongoing as part of a project which would see the development of a 116-room hotel

Green measures for Maltese buildings set to come into force in July 2024

January 17, 2024
by Robert Fenech

New buildings will have to comply with updated minimum energy performance requirements