Historic and Archaeological Heritage and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2023

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Replaces 1930–2014 National Monuments Acts with new protections for historic and archaeological heritage, including environmental impact assessment requirements for monument works.
Implements the Valletta Convention and EU Directives (EIA and Habitats) to regulate activities affecting monuments and their surroundings.
Updates seven separate Acts including Planning and Development, Foreshore, and Maritime Area Planning, with miscellaneous amendments to align heritage protection laws.