Reference is made to the article entitled ‘Herrera to the rescue over Ta’ Pinu trees’ (August 4). It is to be noted that the trees were planted on private property which is managed by Ta’ Pinu shrine.

The Ministry for Gozo  has no management agreement in place to maintain such trees.

However talks started with the respective owners to have a water reservoir constructed and an irrigation system installed.

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