Illegally dumped blocks removed

A number of limestone blocks, dumped in a field in Mgarr ix-Xini, Gozo, were recently removed by the owner following immediate action by Malta Environment and Planning Authority officers in Gozo.

The site was close to an old pumping station.

The action was taken following a complaint of illegal dumping on the site, Mepa said.

Enforcement officers were sent there and, as the directions were initially unclear, some time was spent searching for the illegality.

However, when this was identified, the owner was found to be on site and was requested to remove the stones from the field within a week. This was complied with and the field is now clear.