Sliema Strand structure removed after Planning Authority notice
A tent, tables and chairs placed on public land on the Strand in Sliema were removed on 6 October after Planning Authority enforcement notice EC/122/26.
Kunsill Lokali Tas-Sliema
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Man identified after breaking off door knocker on Dingli Street
A man caught on camera removing a door knocker from a property on Dingli Street in Sliema has been identified following a public appeal by Mayor John Pillow.
Sliema mayor praises volunteer's daily Qui-Si-Sana beach cleanup
Sliema Mayor John Pillow has publicly thanked local resident Esther for clearing litter from Qui-Si-Sana beach each morning on her own initiative.
Sliema council says seafront enforcement is no longer enough
Sliema's local council says current enforcement is no longer sufficient after a video showed a collapsed man being dragged across a busy road.
Qui-Si-Sana beach in Sliema closed due to sewage leak
Qui-si-Sana beach in Sliema has been closed after a sewage leak, with the local council alerting swimmers to the contamination risk while repairs are under way.
Mayors unite to block Sliema lido reclamation
The mayors of Sliema and Gżira say they will ask their councils to object to plans for land reclamation and a new lido on the seafront.
Sliema mayor objects to Noma Island platform
Local authorities express concerns over plans for floating party venue in waters near Sliema coastline.
Sliema council ends 2025 with €106,461 year-end surplus
Sliema Local Council's 2025 year-end report shows €1.65m income, €1.54m spending and a €106,461 surplus, ahead of the €21,935 budgeted.
Sliema council budgets €1.66 m income for financial year 2026
Sliema Local Council's 2026 budget plans €1,658,940 in income and €1,637,525 in spending, projecting a €21,415 surplus.
Local mayors oppose Noma Island vessel operations
Sliema and Mellieħa mayors reject Noma Island commercial vessel despite Transport Malta's licensing confirmation.
Sliema council flags traffic management gaps
Local council expresses frustration over exclusion from traffic planning discussions following previous event disruptions.
Mayor issues warning as rough seas hit Sliema
Local authorities urge residents and visitors to avoid coastal areas as dangerous waves crash over popular seafront structures.