Ahrax campsite operators claim caravan owners are the illegal occupants

New photos from Ġnejna Bay in Malta show caravans with artificial turf, furniture, and barbecues, raising concerns about enforcement. In January, police contacted owners of 13 caravans; four were removed, and charges were issued against the rest. The latest images question whether enough is being done to prevent long-term occupation and clarify responsibility for monitoring the area.

A MaltaToday reporter secured a 24-hour permit to park a caravan at Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq in 10 minutes for €1, without owning a caravan or providing any proof of ownership. The online system did not verify age or identity — the applicant claimed to be over 60 despite being in their early 20s. Naxxar mayor Christopher Deguara said the council has no control over permits issued in its name and called for the system to be removed from automated processing.

A poll by Lovin Malta found that 2,700 out of over 3,100 respondents supported removing caravans and boat houses at Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq, Malta, with 443 voting against. The survey comes amid growing debate: Naxxar Mayor Christopher Deguara called for stricter enforcement against owners occupying public land and limiting coastal access. A petition by resident Zach Demarco has gathered over 1,725 signatures, demanding removal of unauthorized vehicles and designated parking away from the coast.

Naxxar mayor Kristopher DeGuara has urged police and LESA to step up enforcement against caravans illegally occupying public land at Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq. A petition demanding stricter measures has gathered over 1,500 signatures.

A petition launched by Zach Demarco urges Maltese authorities to enforce stricter rules against caravans, RVs and boats occupying parts of the Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq coastline. It has gathered 1,175 signatures. Demarco argues that the growing number of vehicles reduces public access to the coast and affects the area's natural beauty. Proposed measures include regular patrols, fines, removal of unauthorised vehicles, and designated parking areas away from the shoreline.

Police ordered the owners of 13 caravans parked on private land in Ġnejna Bay to vacate the area. Four complied, while charges have been filed against the others, likely resulting in fines, as the caravans partially block public access to the bay.