Footage shared online appears to show a group of tourists partying on a balcony in Sliema at around 5am, with neighbours reportedly being kept awake throughout the night. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin Malta (@lovinmalta)The video was shared by Din Malta Tagħna, which claimed the group had been partying for hours before being filmed in the early hours of the morning.The footage has reignited discussion around noise complaints linked to short-term rentals, an issue that has become increasingly common in some residential areas.In response to concerns raised by residents, the government recently introduced a series of regulations for short-term letting properties.The measures include limits on the number of guests permitted in accommodation, requirements for waste management plans and mandatory signage displaying the contact details of a person available 24/7 to address complaints and emergencies.The regulations were introduced as authorities sought to strike a balance between Malta’s tourism industry and residents’ quality of life.Should stricter penalties be introduced for excessive noise?Video: Din Malta Tagħna•