Transport Malta said Saturday that it conducted a roadside inspection exercise in St Paul’s Bay, in collaboration with the Malta Police Force.

The agency did not say when the exercise was carried out.

A total of 83 vehicles were stopped during the operation, resulting in 17 contraventions being issued.

As a result of the roadside inspection, two vehicles with foreign plates were impounded due to what the agency said were "severe violations".

Jonathan Borg, CEO of Transport Malta, thanked Enforcement Officers for their work during the festive season and emphasized the efficacy and importance of these roadside inspections, stating, "Ensuring road safety remains our top priority. These roadside inspections are critical in maintaining the integrity of our road network and safeguarding the well-being of all road users. By conducting targeted operations, we aim to enforce traffic regulations and create a safer environment for everyone."

Transport Malta said it carries out this enforcement work regularly throughout the year, but increases its efforts during the festive season. The ultimate purpose of these inspections is to create awareness so that we have safer roads for the benefit of all.