Environmental front wants clear statement from MPs on ODZ

Front Harsien ODZ demands “transparency and strength of will” from MPs

Labour MPs have joined the new environmental collective against development outside the building zones. Photo: Ray Attard
Labour MPs have joined the new environmental collective against development outside the building zones. Photo: Ray Attard

The new environmental collective opposing construction on outside-development-zones has demanded that each MP makes a clear statement on their position about projects proposed on ODZ land.

Front Harsien ODZ, created in the aftermath of a proposed private university at Zonqor Point, in Marsaskala.

“As a people’s movement founded and run by Maltese citizens hailing from all walks of life, Front Harsien ODZ demands from every MP a clear statement on his or her position with regards to environmental issues and projects proposed on ODZ land, in particular the project proposed in Marsaskala.

“The Front strongly believes that Maltese citizens have every right to know where their representatives stand with regards to these developments, and which of their Representatives is ready to defend public land,” the front said.

The Front enjoys the support of Labour MP Marlene Farrugia and government whip Godfrey Farrugia, her partner.

The Opposition is opposing the siting of the American University, to be constructed by Jordanian construction firm Sadeen, at Zonqor Point.

The identification of the site was carried out by the Government Property Department and MEPA, both falling under the parliamentary secretary for planning within the Office of the Prime Minister.