This picture was taken in the vicinity of the Marsa abattoir. The area there is full of trash, used tyres and construction material waste.

It’s a shame that, in 2013, there still exist irresponsible individuals who are illegally dumping waste material and posing a threat to our health. Such littering and careless disposal of food items and refuse is certainly a main cause of rodent infestation.

This dilapidated area should immediately be cleaned and embellished by the local authorities. Law enforcement should be strengthened and hefty fines should be imposed to deter littering. CCTV surveillance cameras should be installed to ensure that no further littering takes place.

People should be encouraged to use the bulky refuse service that is provided free of charge by most local councils. This service should be further promoted through the media, particularly television and social networks. As a young reporter, I urge the authorities to take immediate action!