The HSBC Malta Foundation has strengthened its support towards the Notarial Archives Resources Council with a €100,000 donation to assist in the restoration and organisation of a large collection of historical documents, ensuring they are professionally conserved for future generations.

HSBC Malta CEO Mark Watkinson presented the donation to Joan Abela, founding member of the Notarial Archives Resources Council and active volunteer, in the presence of Parliamentary Secretary for Justice Owen Bonnici.

The Notarial Archives is home to over 20,000 registers containing historical documents that date back to the 15th century. These manuscripts offer a unique primary source of insights into Malta’s cultural past.

Dr Bonnici said the Archives’ Digitisation Project, which is currently underway, will ensure the long-term preservation of the documents while significantly improving public access to a wealth of notarial information.

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