Stefan Zrinzo Azzopardi

During his tenure, the Corporation was responsible for the completion of several projects designed by Architect Renzo Piano, including the new Parliament Building, the Capital City of Valletta’s entrance, and later Castille Square.

After his successful re-election to Parliament in the March 2022 General Election, Zrinzo Azzopardi was appointed as Minister for Public Works and Planning.

He continued to hold this position until January 2024 when he was appointed as Minister for Lands and the Implementation of the Electoral Programme.

Following stakeholders consultations, Zrinzo Azzopardi also launched a White Paper on reforming the Occupational Health & Safety Authority (OHSA) following which a draft law was moved to Parliament and eventually approved.

As Minister also responsible for Planning, Zrinzo Azzopardi oversaw the final stages of the compilation of the SPED Report.

Under Minister Zrinzo’s stewardship, the Lands Authority has introduced a scheme where occupiers of Government owned commercial properties can extend their lease for an additional period of 50 years.