The Kamra tal-Periti has confirmed the appointment of its new Council, with Perit André Pizzuto once again serving as President and Perit Matias Camilleri de Marco as Vice President.

Other key roles include Perit Ivynne Grixti as Honorary Treasurer and Perit Julian Thompson as Honorary Secretary. The Council is further composed of Perit Paul Dalli, Perit Elaine Genovese, Perit Sebastian Grima, Perit Daniel Micallef, Perit Lino Micallef, and Perit Malcolm Xuereb.

The newly elected Council 

The newly appointed Council will serve until December and assumes office at a time described as significant for both the profession and Malta’s wider construction industry. Its term is expected to be shaped by an extensive programme of legislative, regulatory, and policy initiatives.

Among its primary responsibilities is the drafting of the first part of new building and construction regulations on behalf of the Building and Construction Authority. These regulations are intended to modernise the framework governing the design, construction, and oversight of buildings, with implications for safety standards and public protection.

In parallel, the Council is set to begin work on Malta’s first national architecture policy, in collaboration with the Planning Authority. The policy is expected to establish a long-term vision for architecture in Malta, focusing on the quality of the built environment and its cultural and social impact.

The Council will also continue internal reforms within the Kamra tal-Periti, particularly in preparation for the full implementation of provisions under the Periti Act. These include the introduction of mandatory professional indemnity insurance and a framework for continuous professional development.

Further initiatives include the expansion of specialisation chapters within the profession, following the recent introduction of a Chapter for Conservation Architects, aimed at strengthening expertise across different fields.

The Kamra tal-Periti is also expected to play an active role in ongoing discussions on planning reform, engaging with Government and the Planning Authority on policy development. The organisation has indicated that it will continue advocating for a planning system that is transparent and aligned with long-term community and environmental needs.

Additionally, the Council will oversee ongoing professional conduct investigations, including those related to serious incidents affecting public safety. This includes the investigation into the structural collapse in Paceville in July 2025.

The Kamra tal-Periti stated that it remains committed to fulfilling its statutory role with a focus on public interest, professional accountability, and the continued development of the sector.