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Title: Identifying landscape quality objectives for the Maltese Islands
Authors: Clark, Yasmin (2021)
Keywords: Landscapes -- Malta
Landscapes -- Malta -- Public opinion
European Landscape Convention (2000 Oct. 20)
Landscape protection -- Law and legislation -- European Union countries
Issue Date: 2021
Citation: Clark, Y. (2021). Identifying landscape quality objectives for the Maltese Islands (Master's dissertation).
Abstract: Malta is currently the only signatory state which has not yet ratified the European Landscape Convention (ELC). This is notwithstanding evident pressures on local landscapes and the implications of these for the quality of life of their residents. In light of this, this research project aimed at investigating local residents’ perception of their local landscapes, with the goal of identifying landscape quality objectives (LQO), as required by the ELC. The study will also explore the feasibility of implementation of the identified LQOs locally and whether there is support amongst policy makers to work towards these. A mixed methods approach was adopted. Data was collected through questionnaires targeted towardsresidents from selected urban (Buġibba and Sliema) and more rural localities (Mġarr and Qrendi), as well as through expert interviews with professionals working in related fields. Quantitative and qualitative findings exhibited widespread dissatisfaction with landscape quality by residents across the four study areas. The development and construction sector were highlighted as having had a particularly negative impact on the transformation of local landscapes. Results also highlighted the need for increased greenery and public spaces to improve landscape quality. The study confirms the urgent need for the ratification and implementation of the ELC in Malta, coupled with improvement of local public participation platforms.
Description: M.Sc.(Melit.)
URI: https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/94090
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Dissertations - InsESEMP - 2021

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