PRESS RELEASE BY THE PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARIAT FOR PUBLIC WORKS: New open and pedestrian space in the heart of Ħaż-Żebbuġ

In an area that just a few months ago consisted of a public toilet and a concrete surface, the Public Works Department has transformed the space into an open and pedestrian-friendly area for the residents of Ħaż-Żebbuġ.

Parliamentary Secretary for Public Works, Omar Farrugia, accompanied by Mayor Steve Zammit Lupi, witnessed the revitalisation of this area in Triq Sciortino, which has now been given a new lease of life following extensive regeneration works.

Through a collaborative effort between the Public Works Department and the Local Council, the former public toilet has been replaced with a reservoir capable of storing around 200,000 cubic meters of rainwater. This reservoir, designed to collect rainwater, will be used to irrigate newly planted greenery as well as to help maintain cleanliness in the area.

Parliamentary Secretary Omar Farrugia expressed his satisfaction at how the regeneration of this area is now contributing to an improved quality of life for the residents of Ħaż-Żebbuġ, with families, young people, and the elderly all benefiting from a more pleasant environment.

“As a government, and as the Public Works Department, we pledged to bring vitality back to the centres of our towns and villages through projects created by the people, for the people. This project, which has resulted in the creation of a new piazza, is a clear example of what we aim to continue delivering, one locality after another,” concluded Parliamentary Secretary Omar Farrugia.

Mayor Steve Zammit Lupi stated that thanks to the work carried out and the collaboration with the Public Works Department, the local council is eager to see this new open space start being used for the various activities organised throughout the year.