A €170,000 investment by the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) in a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) was launched to further strengthen enforcement in maritime activities. The RHIB was inaugurated in the presence of Minister for the Environment, Energy and Enterprise Miriam Dalli and the Environment and Resource Authority Acting CEO Kevin Mercieca.
“This €170,000 investment will enable ERA to increase its autonomy and strengthen its surveillance and monitoring within Marine Protected Area and other commercial activities such as fish farms“, said Minister Miriam Dalli.
Minister Dalli urged the public to dispose of waste responsibly.
“In summer there’s an increase of waste disposal, especially near beaches due to increased activity at sea, and when waste is disposed of irresponsibly, it will end up on our beaches leaving a negative impact on marine life. Through this investment and enforcement, ERA will continue working with other entities to raise further awareness and reduce this impact on the marine environment“, said the minister.
