A reader’s report was received on the 18/08/2023 about a missing handrail at Reqqa Point, Gozo
Handrail at Reqqa is still missing. It was loose and instead of being fixed, just removed! This is dangerous as it is a steep long ladder and therefore very helpful to hold on to go out and in! Shame
Issue is being flagged to Eco-Gozo Directorate which is in charge of diving infrastructure in Gozo
Update 25/08/2023
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The second handrail at Reqqa Point is still missing. For some it can be difficult to exit especially if there is an incident. This is at 16.00 hrs 25th August 2023
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