Labor MEP election candidate Marija Sara Vela Gafa, 28, serves as an advisor to Minister Miriam Dalli on environmental protection. Recent revelations have highlighted his controversial comments regarding the need for environmental rangers, raising doubts over his qualifications despite his contractual obligations.
Vela Gafa, also Labour’s Gudja mayor, was appointed by Dalli in 2022, receiving a salary of €54,000 annually including various allowances. However, his contract failed to certify his claimed expertise in environmental matters, leading to concerns about his suitability for the role.
Tasked with advising Minister Dalli on environmental issues, recent statements by Vela Gafa, which appear to be aimed at taking the side of hunting enthusiasts, have drawn criticism from environmental organizations. The Malta Ranger Unit has rejected his claims as baseless and based on misinformation.
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Despite portraying himself as a protege of Minister Dalli, Vela Gafa’s comments have raised questions about the alignment of his views with government policy. Furthermore, his family connections to prominent Labor figures, including his father Paul, raise concerns about a potential conflict of interest in his advisory role.
As voters prepare to cast their ballots, it is imperative to examine the accountability of ministerial advisers in environmental governance. The controversy surrounding Vela Gafa underlines the need for transparency, accountability, and genuine expertise in shaping policies aimed at environmental protection.
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