A massive illegal electronic billboard that made an appearance at one of Malta’s busiest junctions in Msida last Friday was removed within 24 hours after the planning authority’s prompt intervention.

The billboard was erected on high metal scaffolding and connected to the government’s electricity supply which is used for street lighting. A number of concrete bollards were used to weigh down the structure and make it secure.

Passers-by drew Mepa’s attention to the billboard – described by drivers as an eyesore – asking whether it had the blessing of the planning authority.

Mepa acted immediately on the complaints.

Within 24 hours, the structure was dismantled as it was established that it was not covered by a permit and that RVC Ltd, whose workers erected the billboard, was breaching the law.