Extensive clean-up works have begun at Manoel Island, as the government moves to make the area cleaner, safer and more accessible for the public!Prime Minister Robert Abela announced the initiative during his parliamentary speech today evening, saying the works aim to improve public access to the island, including its coastline.“Others wanted to build everywhere, but we saved an island for the people,” Abela declared.He explained that an extensive clean-up operation had started in recent days, with the aim of allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the island in a cleaner and safer environment.The announcement follows the government’s commitment to preserve Manoel Island for public use rather than allow further development.Abela described the initiative as part of efforts to transform the island into a public space that everyone can enjoy.However, no specific completion date for the clean-up works has been announced.Are you looking forward to seeing Manoel Island transformed into a public park?•