Marsaskala Residents Network

Post 3 of 8: Marsaskala Residents Deserve Answers

• This statement clearly indicates that cultural heritage deposits are present within the proposed dredging area.
• The operation of the fast ferry may cause erosion and scouring, potentially displacing the protective sediment layer above these archaeological remains.
• In accordance with the Cultural Heritage Act (2002), archaeological remains should ideally be safeguarded in situ.
• These submerged archaeological remains are a non-renewable national asset of Marsaskala Bay, and preserving them in their original setting is crucial for their scientific, historical, and cultural value.
• If properly protected and managed, this heritage could also contribute to sustainable, quality tourism in Marsaskala.

Protecting Marsaskala’s cultural heritage means safeguarding an irreplaceable part of its identity for future generations.