Minister explores options to cut traffic congestion for good

For the first time since autumn kicked in, traffic yesterday breezed through the normally heavily clogged arterial roads as schools closed for mid-term holidays. “The worst traffic congestions are definitely found on schooldays,” Transport Minister Joe Mizzi told Times of Malta. “But it doesn’t mean that whenever schools are closed, the problem is resolved. “We’re examining a number of ways of ensuring children arrive at school on time and without adding to the congestion.” The government was engaged in discussions with experts and examining the concept of car pooling and the system through which children were transported to school, he said. “We’re taking it very seriously. We’ve already effected some short-term modifications, such as signage and traffic lights. “We’ve also decreased the size of some roundabouts to allow for a better traffic flow.” The government, Mr Mizzi continued, has begun projects such as the one at Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq, which will now be followed by projects close to the Addolorata Cemetery and the Kappara junction. “It’s also very important to ensure that public transport is accepted by the Maltese so that as much people as possible shift to making use of...