I write about the works related to the renewal of water mains undertaken by the Water Services Corporation in Triq il-Kbira, Triq Sant' Anna and Triq il-Parroċċa, Mellieħa.

With a view to explain the works involved, the local council called a meeting between the responsible WSC official, the residents and shop owners. The council officials present made it a point that the duration of works should not exceed three weeks and definitely the project was to be concluded by early December.

Pressure was also exerted on both the contractor, and on the corporation in order that they abide by the established timeframe. This however was not observed due to various stoppages and at times it was difficult to determine who was defaulting. The council deplores such stoppages that affect thoroughfares within the urban core of Mellieħa and calls upon both parties to expedite works in order to eliminate further inconveniences to residents and the business community.