On Thursday, the GUG met with the minister for transport, infrastructure and capital projects. During this cordial meeting, the complaints of Gozitan students were addressed.
The first issue which was tackled was the problems surrounding the X1 Route. "The general idea behind this route is brilliant: a route which goes through important places around Malta namely Cirkewwa, Imsida and Hal Luqa. However, the problem is that the bus times are not in sync with the ferry times, so sometimes students could be left waiting over thirty minutes."
This is not made any more comfortable by the bus shelter which can be called anything but shelter. On the journey back, the bus might not even go through Msida, leaving students waiting for hours. Sometimes if it does pass, it skips a stop as it is too crowded. Because of this, students have created online forums, renting minibus services, preferring to spend an extra euro rather than waiting.
Borg heard GUG complaints and promised that this issue will be brought up in future meetings with the transport authority. The minister talked about the tunnel and reminded us that the studies are underway. He also spoke on the fast ferry service, once again reminding us that it will be in operation soon. GUG said that the Minister was very interested in what they had to say and asked them to send further information.
"Thus, the GUG are encouraging Gozitan students to fill out an online survey on their commute between the two islands to help us help the authorities understand the situation - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/C8M7SWK"
"After our last statement, the subways in Msida have been sufficiently lit. The prompt action to this complaint has been duly noted by the organisation. As an organisation, we are very pleased that our complaints do not fall on deaf ears and hope that in the future we can work hand in hand with the authorities to ensure all students' safety and education."