PRESS RELEASE BY THE PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARIAT FOR PUBLIC WORKS Hundreds of families attend the first edition of Festa Ħaddiem – Minn Id il-Public Works at the Ta’ Qali Concert Area

Hundreds of Maltese families turned out for the first edition of Festa Ħaddiem – Minn Id il-Public Works, organised by the Parliamentary Secretariat for Public Works and the Public Works Department, held at the Concert Area in Ta' Qali — part of the country's largest open and green space.

Over two days, the Concert Area was transformed into a vibrant exhibition space featuring artisanal work, entertainment, and games. Hundreds of families had the opportunity not only to closely observe the skilled craftsmanship behind the work being carried out by 600 Public Works Department employees on major national projects but also to enjoy quality time with their children and loved ones.

Parliamentary Secretary for Public Works Omar Farrugia, during a visit to the Public Works employees and attending families at the event, stated that the government's open space policy goes beyond simply opening green areas. “Every open and green space we inaugurate is designed, as was evident during this celebration, to be fully enjoyed by families, children, youth, and the elderly, because our main goal is to continue improving quality of life."

Parliamentary Secretary Farrugia concluded, “It was deeply satisfying to witness Maltese families appreciating the skill and dedication of our workers, while also seeing children running and playing as they spend meaningful time with their loved ones."