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title: "Government Launches €6.5 Million Restoration Scheme for Eastern Region"
date: 2026-06-18T23:02:13.362+00:00
updated: 2026-06-18T23:02:13.362+00:00
topics: ["Planning", "Community", "National", "Culture"]
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# Government Launches €6.5 Million Restoration Scheme for Eastern Region

## In brief

- A new €6.5 million scheme has been launched by the government to support heritage restoration in Malta's eastern region.
- This initiative is part of a broader €33 million national investment aimed at preserving cultural heritage across the islands.
- Homeowners in the Eastern Region (Reġjun Lvant) are eligible to apply for grants, which can cover up to €100,000 for approved restoration works.

The government has introduced a new €6.5 million scheme dedicated to heritage restoration projects within Malta's eastern region. This funding aims to assist homeowners in preserving and enhancing the architectural and cultural value of their properties.

The scheme is specifically targeted at residents in the Eastern Region, also known as Reġjun Lvant. It forms the final phase of a larger national investment in restoration, which totals €33 million.

Under the new programme, eligible homeowners can apply for grants to cover restoration works. These grants can amount to a maximum of €100,000 per project, providing substantial support for significant heritage preservation efforts.

The initiative underscores the government's commitment to safeguarding Malta's rich architectural legacy and promoting community involvement in its upkeep.

## The Spin Room

**Low media divide.** Both Times of Malta and MaltaToday reported on the new restoration scheme for the eastern region, providing consistent factual details.

## Sources (2)

- [MaltaToday](https://www.maltatoday.com.mt/news/national/142636/government_opens_65_million_heritage_restoration_scheme_for_maltas_eastern_region)
- [Times of Malta](https://timesofmalta.com/article/restoration-grants-reach-eastern-malta-final-phase-national-scheme.1130088)

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