The property market grew by nine per cent over the past year, Infrastructure Minister Ian Borg said on Monday, saying this was due to general growth in the economy and other sectors which sustain this sector.

Speaking at the presentation of warrants to 31 new architects, he said the growth represents greater demand for professionals in this industry, who could can work towards progress and sustainability.

He said that while one cannot erase what had been done in the past, the future was “filled with opportunities for our country to develop sustainably”.

The ministry is working hard so that apart from setting up the Malta Construction and Building Authority it is also carrying out a lot of work with the entities falling within the ministry.

He also stressed the importance of avoiding abuse, saying it was essential that professionals such as architects and engineers should oversee work not only during the construction stage, but throughout the lifetime of any building.

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