Statute: 2026
Name: ResidentiBeltin.
Emblem: White, Red.
Acronym: RB
Political Status: Independent, Non-Partisan
Article 1 - Name and Identity
The party is named ResidentiBeltin.
The acronym is RB.
The party may adopt logos and slogans as needed, subject to approval where required by law.
Article 2 - Roots and Purpose
The party originated from a community initiative and was formalised to represent residents. The primary purpose is to
protect and strengthen the rights of residents.
The party acts as:
• A structure with the primary purpose of representation on the Local Council
• A pressure group and collaborative body with relevant entities
Article 3 - Aims and Principles
The party works in the interest of residents.
The party contributes to and aligns itself with UNESCO principles regarding the protection of Valletta as a World Heritage
Site.
The party commits itself to the constitutional values of Malta, aligned with the Constitution of Malta: It promotes:
• Dignity, peace of mind and quality of life
• Balance between residents and commerce
• Protection of historical, cultural and identity heritage
• Rule of law
• Human rights
• Equality
• The promotion of social justice and the common good
• The improvement of the quality of life and wellbeing of residents
• The protection of the environment for present and future generations
• The promotion of sustainable development
• The protection of cultural, historical and artistic heritage
• The protection of local identity and unique character
• The guarantee of democratic participation
• The promotion of transparency and accountability in governance
• The protection of fundamental freedoms, including freedom of expression and association • Respect for the right to
property and home
• The balance between economic development, tourism and residents' rights
• The protection of public safety and residential health
• The prevention of excessive noise, overcrowding and sanitary problems
• The promotion of a sustainable and orderly urban environment
Through this statute, the party and party members are given the absolute support of all public entities and public
representatives to support its mission.
This Statute is guided by the principles established in the Constitution of Malta including the promotion of social justice, the
protection of the environment for present and future generations, the protection of cultural and historical heritage, the improvement of the quality
of life of residents, and the guarantee of democratic participation, and respect;
Article 4 - Term
The party is established for an indefinite period of time.
Article 5 - Membership
5.1 Types of Participation
• Official Members: with full governance rights
• Followers/Supporters: without governance rights, vote for or against motions
To avoid conflict of interest, the party reserves the right to refuse individuals who are representatives, affiliates or official
candidates of other parties that are not compatible.
For interested members who wish to become supporters, and who wish to convey suggestions or complaints about the locality, they may contact
any official member or residentibeltin@gmail.com.
Support for ResidentiBeltin shall be made up of keen and well-intentioned residents.
5.2 Eligibility for Official Position
Every person of at least 16 years of age may apply.
The applicant must accept this statute.
5.3 Official Membership / Committee Process
• The application / request is made via an official digital message or phone call.
• The Board decides on the application.
• Members are registered internally.
5.4 Rights of Official Members
• Participation in voting
• Participation in the General Assembly
• Internal decisions
5.5 Financing
The party has no financial membership scheme; it accepts everyone equally. The party does not accept
donations, paid memberships, sponsorships or financial income.
Article 5A - Official Candidates and Collaboration with Other Entities
The party may allow official candidates to be supported, assigned or temporarily lent to networks, groups,
small parties or other independent entities as collaboration for the common good in any aspect.
Conditions:
a. The other entities must be independent and not affiliated with the two main political parties
b. Clear alignment with the principles and aims of ResidentiBeltin
c. Collaboration with direct or indirect benefit for the community, localities and residents
Every decision must:
a. Be approved by the Board by majority and formally documented
A candidate working under this arrangement remains subject to the statute and discipline of ResidentiBeltin. This collaboration
is not a merger or loss of party identity, the candidate still reserves the right to the title as independent and as a servant of the
community rather than a politician.
Article 6 - Resignation and Exclusion
An Official Member may resign at any time, but the party must be given at least 30 days' notice.
Exclusion can only take place after a fair procedure including:
• Notice
• Right of defence
• Right of appeal
Article 7 - Rights and Duties
Official members shall:
• Respect the statute
• Support the aims of the party
Voting rights are personal. Not transferable - except by way of proxy in cases of emergency, or in cases where the
member cannot attend virtually.
Article 8 - Disciplinary Measures
• Warning
• Suspension
• Removal from position
• Exclusion
Every action must respect the right of defence.
Article 9 - Conflict Resolution
The Conflict Resolution Body is made up of 3 members, including the President of the party.
The Body decides only when all members are present and takes decisions by simple majority.
The Body may meet physically, by telephone conference or video conference.
Competences of the Body:
• Disciplinary action
• Exclusion/refusal of membership
Article 10 - Equality
The party prohibits discrimination on any basis of sex, orientation, religion, nationality, age.
Article 11 - General Assembly
11.A Calling and Functioning
The General Assembly is called by the Board.
It meets at least once a year.
Every assembly takes place on the day, time and venue set out in the calling notice.
All members shall be invited.
The Board may issue the calling by any communication, by letter, by digital message signed by a Board member.
The draft agenda is named in the calling notice.
The General Assembly may adopt Internal Regulations that dictate the functioning, appointment and election of internal committees and
bodies.
11.B Opening
Presided over by the President, Vice President or a member elected for the occasion.
11.C Rights and Voting
Each Member has one vote after a 3-month probation, or as decided by the Board.
Voting may be conducted by secret ballot.
Decisions by simple majority of votes of those present; resolutions documented and signed digitally.
The Board/committee/officials may call members from the audience to participate with random votes.
11.D Powers
• Simple majority: appointment/dismissal of members, budget approval, party/electoral programmes
• Qualified majority: amendments and approvals to the Articles of the Statute, dissolution, collaborations
• Audience Participation: suggestions for the Articles of the Statute and related votes
11.E Detailed Functioning
Abstentions and invalid votes.
21-day deadline before for submission of motions/agenda; urgent motions or amendments already submitted
regulate separate deadlines. Assembly is valid regardless of number present.
Minutes of proceedings including motions, resolutions and electoral results may be audio/digital.
Article 12 - The Board
At least three Official Members.
Positions: President, Vice President, Treasurer
Powers: administration and legal representation
President
• Leadership and external representation
• Participation in discussions only with approved or unanimous authority
• May delegate powers
Vice President
• Assists and substitutes the President
• May delegate powers
• In case of absence, takes the position of President
Treasurer
• Responsible for finances and reports
• Proposes budget and controls execution
• May object to dispositions that contradict the statute
• Delegates powers to others
• In case of vacancy, takes a caretaker position
Article 13 - Financial Year
The Party is non-profit; the financial year closes annually on 31 December. By 31 March, the Treasurer presents
an account to the Electoral Commission. Approved by the annual General Assembly.
Article 14 - Vacant Positions
Board vacancy - a provisional member if eligible.
Secondary elections at the next General Assembly for the present mandate. Entire Board resigns - new elections within
3 months.
Article 15 - Internal Regulations
May be adopted according to Article 11 and proposed by the Board.
Committees and additional bodies, including amendments, shall be approved by the General Assembly.
Article 16 - Amendments
Require a vote of the General Assembly.
Amendments, changes, technical or emergency corrections related to every aspect of the party may be made without a vote, and
at any time approved by the President while Board members are informed.
Article 17 - Dissolution
Requires a qualified majority.
Assets are distributed to charitable entities or similar NGOs without profit motive.
Article 18 - Current Members
President and Founder: Mr. B McBee
Vice President: Mr. C Camilleri
Treasurer: Ms. G Camilleri
Statute: 2024
Name of the Party: 'Residenti Beltin'
Political Interest of the Party: Independent (No affiliation with PL, PN, AD)
Election Category: Local Council, Community, Valletta
Acronym: RB
A new member may submit their nomination / candidature to ResidentiBeltin@gmail.com
Contents:
Article 01 - The Name
Article 02 - Roots
Article 03 - Aims And Principles
Article 04 - Term
Article 05 - Membership
Article 06 - Resignation and Exclusion
Article 07 - Rights and Duties
Article 08 - Disciplinary Measures
Article 09 - Conflict Resolution Body
Article 10 - Equality and Discrimination
Article 11 - Powers
Article 12 - General Assembly Meeting
Article 13 - General Assembly Functioning
Article 14 - General Assembly Attendance
Article 15 - Opening of the General Assembly
Article 16 - Members' Voting Rights
Article 17 - The Board
Article 18 - Vacant Positions
Article 19 - Calling a Board of Directors Meeting
Article 20 - Role - Board
Article 21 - Role - President
Article 22 - Role - Vice President
Article 23 - The Treasurer
Article 24 - Responsibility
Article 25 - Internal Regulations
Article 26 - Financial Year
Article 27 - Amendments
Article 28 - Dissolution and Assets in Case of Dissolution
Article 29 - Final Provisions
Article 30 - Current Members:
Article 01 - The Name
1. The political party is named Residenti Beltin.
2. The acronym is 'RB'.
3. The official emblem bears the Name 'Residenti Beltin', with primary colours red, grey and white, with a basic text colour of black. The party may adopt different 'logos' and 'slogans' for different activities as it deems most effective in the circumstances to convey its message - every change for the Council Election is to be addressed to the Commission for approval.
Article 02 - Roots
1. Back in 2012, a small group was created to help Residents through voluntary work, donations and charity whenever and wherever possible. In 2024 'Residenti Beltin' wished to be registered to officially work in the interest of Residents on a larger platform; that of the Local Council in Valletta.
2. The Party itself urges every resident to join in the appeal for the vandalism and privatisation to stop, for Valletta to be properly safeguarded and protected in practice.
3. Together with the aim to strengthen the rights of all residents, among these rights is the belief that residents should have the right to have a party that represents them alone.
Article 03 - Aims And Principles
1. The party which is in favour of humble service towards the Valletta residents, for the unanimous interest of every Vallettan regardless of the colour of individuals, thus the party falls under an Independent Party. With the Introduction of the First Electoral Manifesto in the field of Local Council Elections, it guarantees a new reform thus preventing the party from doing as it pleases if it enters the Council. Unfortunately many get elected and then abuse the trust given to them.
2. The party shall be committed to restoring dignity, peace of mind, respect and rights that every resident should have. According to the law that protects the individual within their home and in public. As branches it operates both as a 'Neighbourhood Watch' as well as a 'Pressure Group'.
3. The party shall be committed to finding a balance between residents and the commercial sector. This after the party felt the pain and the continuous complaints of residents who ended up silenced and targeted by many against them.
4. The party firmly believes in the need for and the protection of the environmental, traditional, cultural and national heritage patrimony that is entirely found in Valletta. For the aim of quality, a better life and with full respect for the rights of future generations of Vallettans. Likewise, the party shall be committed to strengthening and honouring the UNESCO World Heritage title, together with every obligation that this prestige, which was officially bestowed upon Valletta in 1980, carries.
5. The party urges that it be given a wider platform, and carries the voice of residents with absolute transparency. That it acts without any intention or decisions that go against residents, especially those in vulnerable categories. It helps residents as an intermediary where and when possible. With the work of returning the Council into the hands of residents, far from partisanship, and where it believes this can serve as an example in every other locality.
6. Residenti Beltin is a party that, within the scope of legal possibilities, shall conform with all requirements.
7. The party aspires to carry out the proper and necessary investigations regarding complaints that came from residents who ended up falling on deaf ears or were simply brushed aside, to find internal resolutions and ultimately for justice to be served in all aspects on behalf of residents. The party firmly rejects totalitarian, dictatorial and fascist efforts.
8. The party shall observe the values upon which Malta is founded, namely respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and respect for human rights, including residential rights, vulnerable persons of every category and everything required by law.
9. Residenti Beltin, as a party is formed solely to participate in Local Council elections in Valletta. Its role shall be, on behalf of the residents and the locality of Valletta.
Article 04 - Term
1. The Party wishes to continue to exist for an indefinite period of time.
Article 05 - Membership
1. Every person who wishes to become a member shall accept the statute of the party.
2. Every person who applies must be at least 16 years of age.
3. Every person who applies for party membership shall not be a member of any
other political party.
4. Membership as well as a Tessera is free of charge.
5. The application for admission must be requested via email to the party's official electronic address; ResidentiBeltin@gmail.com or by contacting an official party member. Membership shall be valid once the Party confirms the necessary details, and the applicant receives confirmation from the party; by official email or letter.
6. The Board decides on admission applications normally within six weeks after confirmation of receipt of the admission application. The decision must be
preceded by a conversation/interview between party member(s) and the applicant to ensure that the person aligns with the values, principles and ethics.
7. Membership is open to every person without distinction of orientation or sex, without religious belief, or without preferences and for those who accept the aims and principles for which the party was formed.
8. Membership may be refused principally if the party feels that the person is not sufficiently qualified in these objectives. The party shall not be required to give reasons for any refusal of a membership application.
9. As for financing or donations, the party does not believe in these.
a) Thus there shall be no chance of financial or legal abuse towards its members and constituents; everything is done on a voluntary basis.
b) Thus there shall be no irregularities or anomalies with the Electoral Commission.
c) With all this, the party encourages and supports its members to take part in voluntary activities towards and on behalf of the community whenever and wherever possible.
10. The principal Board shall be made up of a president, vice president, and treasurer/secretary. Every position selected with the approval of the president, and with the support of the constitution through a simple vote. Administrative positions may not be held by persons holding official positions in the main parties.
11. Members shall accept that the names of the party are at the disposition of the public.
12. Without prejudice, the party shall freely decide on the admission of members according to the relevant provisions of the statute.
13. The exercise of voting rights in party structures may be conditional upon the party and according to membership rights. The Party enjoys the right to free expression and personality according to the Law/Constitution. At the same time, the Party as well as every member shall fulfil their duties according to the Legal Procedures as required by the regulations of Parties / Legislature / Electoral Commission.
14. The party and its members ensure that the right of defence is respected in any internal disciplinary procedure taken in respect of their members together with the possibility of permissible sanctions against members, and their exclusion from the political party.
Article 06 - Resignation and Exclusion
1. A member may resign at any time, provided that written notice is given to the official members. This choice takes immediate effect.
2. Reasons for exclusion include, but are not limited to; failure of legal obligation and of respect towards the law.
3. The Board shall respect the right of defence of the respondent before the decision is taken, and even after. To ensure that this right is respected, the procedure shall follow the following steps;
a. The Board shall inform the respondent by written or electronic notice stating that the Board shall be excluding the member. The notice shall include the reason for exclusion, and that they have one week to submit a statement of appeal, and be informed of the right to appeal.
b. The Board shall ensure by every possible means that the notice reaches them, meaning that the Board must make use of email, mobile phone and social media applications among other methods to ensure that the respondent receives the notice - provided that the respondent does not use blocking measures, in which case the party shall be covered provided it has proof of every means in its power to inform the respondent.
c. Upon receiving the notice, the respondent shall then have one week to respond with a statement of appeal, which must then be sent to the Board.
d. If the respondent chooses to appeal, the case shall be heard from both sides, both the respondent and the Board where equal time is allocated to present the case.
i. After presentation from both sides, the final decision is taken by vote.
ii. Until that time the decision for exclusion does not come into effect.
e. If the respondent does not choose to appeal, or withdraws the so-called appeal, the board shall be duty-bound to examine the case, and take into account the evidence, the appeal of the accused, and take a decision while safeguarding the values of the nature of justice.
f. If the Board decides to exclude the member, once again the respondent may within one week from receiving the exclusion appeal for conflict resolution
Article 07 - Rights and Duties
1. Members are obliged to support the aims and interests of the party, the decisions and orders of party organs. The Party and Members shall enjoy the right of expression and freedom.
2. Members shall have equal voting rights in the party.
3. Transfer of voting rights is not permitted.
4. Every member shall notify the party of any change of residence. Notification may be made by email addressed to party officials.
Article 08 - Disciplinary Measures
1. The following disciplinary measures may be imposed by the Board through a majority that has been called to vote on a member who breaches the statute, the principles, the order or who causes damage to the party's reputation.
a. Warning
b. Removal from a role within the party
c. Disqualification from re-occupying the same role, or a different role in the party for a maximum period of two years, but
2. A member may be expelled from the party if they voluntarily breach the statute or
seriously breach the principles or order, and thereby cause serious damage, this shall be permanently prohibited.
3. In particular, a breach in the sense of the preceding point shall normally
be considered to exist, but not limited to, where the Member;
a. within the scope of party activity, is at the same time a member of another political party that aims to become a political party.
b. belongs to or promotes an organisation whose aims, in the Party's
objectively justified understanding, preclude the simultaneous pursuit of the Party's aims and principles, and thereby damages the Party's credibility.
c. publishes confidential party proceedings or betrays the party to adversary entities
d. misappropriates property (of any form, shape, material, kind) belonging to or at the disposition of the party, or
e. publicly insults, denigrates or slanders other party members, or makes themselves subject to prosecution.
4. The procedure of disciplinary action shall respect the right of defence of the respondent before a decision is taken, and even after. To ensure that this right is respected, the procedure shall follow the following steps;
a. The Board shall inform the respondent by written notice that the Board is commencing disciplinary procedure on the member. The notice shall include the reason for the disciplinary action, and what the disciplinary action shall be, and that they have one week to submit a statement of appeal.
b. The Board shall ensure by every possible means in its power that the notice reaches them,
meaning that the Board must make use of email, mobile phone and messages
applications among other methods to ensure that the respondent receives the notice.
c. Upon receiving the notice, the respondent shall then have one week to respond with a statement of appeal, which must then be sent to the Board.
d. The Board shall examine the case, and weigh the evidence present, as well as the respondent's appeal, and take a decision while maintaining the values of justice.
e. If the Board decides to carry out the disciplinary action, the respondent may within one week make an appeal.
Article 09 - Conflict Resolution
1. The Conflict Resolution Body is made up of 3 members; among them must be the President of the party.
2. The Conflict Resolution Body may only deliberate when all its members are present and takes decisions by simple majority. The Conflict Resolution Body may meet physically or by telephone conference or video conference.
3. The Conflict Resolution Body shall have the competences to decide on the following:
i. Disciplinary action
ii. Exclusion / Refusal of Membership
Article 10 - Equality and Discrimination
1. The Party is obliged to decisively combat any discrimination, particularly on the basis of nationality, sex, orientation or disability etc.
2. Every member is required to report any discriminatory activity to the President of the Party.
Article 11 - Powers
1. The General Assembly is the supreme body of the Party. The powers given to it are by law and by the present Articles.
2. The following are decisions that the General Assembly takes by Simple Majority:
a. the appointment and dismissal of members
b. the approval of the budget and accounts
c. Party and Electoral programmes
3. The following are decisions that the General Assembly takes by Qualified Majority:
a. The amendment of the Articles of the Statute
4. The following are decisions that the General Assembly takes by Qualified Majority, with at least 50% of the membership voting:
a. Dissolution of the party
b. In case there is a request for the union or collaboration of Residenti Beltin with other organisations or parties.
Article 12 - General Assembly - Meeting
1. The General Assembly shall be called by the Board.
2. The General Assembly meets at least once a year.
3. Every General Assembly shall take place on the day and at the time and venue set out
in the calling notice.
4. All Members shall be invited to this.
5. The General Assembly is called by the Board by digital letter, signed by a
Board member, sent to every Member.
6. The draft agenda is named in the calling notice.
Article 13 - General Assembly - Functioning
1. Unless otherwise provided for in this statute, abstentions and invalid votes shall be considered as votes not cast.
2. A deadline of 21 days before the General Assembly shall apply for the submission of factual motions and motions to amend the agenda at General Assembly conferences unless other deadlines are regulated. Motions relating to a substantive motion already submitted (amendments) and motions which the party conference decides to deal with because of their particular urgency (urgent motions) are not covered by the regulation under sentence '1'. Further details are regulated in the Rules of Procedure for the General Assembly.
3. The General Assembly is valid, and has quorum regardless of the number of members present.
4. Minutes of the proceedings of the General Assembly shall be taken, in which the
motions submitted, resolutions passed and election results must be recorded, this may also be done by means of audio or other material.
Article 14 - General Assembly - Attendance
1. Every Member has the right to be present.
2. Only Members may participate in the General Assembly, unless there is an invitation from Board members, approved by the President. The Board may limit the number of non-voting participants at the party congress for organisational reasons.
Article 15 - General Assembly - Opening
1. The General Assembly is presided over by the president, vice president or by a member elected on the occasion of the General Assembly.
Article 16 - Members' Voting Rights
1. Each Member has one vote. This vote shall be valid after three months (probation) of valid membership - the Board however may activate this vote in a shorter time requested from the date of membership. According to the case, the occasion, so as not to limit the opportunities of members.
2. The possibility of voting must be provided for at all times.
3. It must be possible for one to vote by secret ballot, that is without revealing their identity.
4. Decisions are taken by simple majority of votes of those present. Unless otherwise provided by law or in the present Articles.
5. Decisions are drawn up in digital resolutions, which are signed by the co-presidents and communicated to all members digitally.
Article 17 - The Board
1. The Party is led by a Board made up of at least 1 member and a maximum of 5, elected by the Members at the General Assembly for a term of two years by election.
2. To begin the term, this shall at its beginning consist of at least 3 members, if this does not happen, then a new General Assembly may be held within 3 months.
3. The General Assembly may at any time vote the Board or individual Board members out by secret ballot by a two-thirds majority of votes cast.
4. The Board shall be made up of;
a. President
b. Vice President
c. Treasurer
5. Board members are elected by vote at the General Assembly.
6. Board members are allowed to hold public office.
Article 18 - Vacant Positions
1. In the case of a vacancy during the term of mandate, a Board member may appoint a provisional individual if there is interest, they are eligible and willing.
2. Secondary elections due to the resignation of individual Board members take place
at the next General Assembly, for the remaining mandate. Re-election after the term of office under this paragraph shall not be considered as a re-election.
3. If the entire Board resigns, particularly due to the resignation of all members, new elections shall be held at a General Assembly within 3 months.
Article 19 - Calling a Board of Directors Meeting
1. The Board is called by the president. Decisions are taken validly only if the majority of members are present.
2. Decisions are taken by simple majority of votes. Decisions are drawn up in
digital minutes, which are signed by the president, or vice president.
3. In case one of the Board members has a conflict of interest, they shall
not take part in the deliberation and voting. They shall give prior notice of this to the other members, who shall appoint another person other than the applicable director to represent them.
Article 20 - Role - Board
1. The Board has the widest powers to administer and manage the Party within the limits of the scope. It may take legal and other actions that appear useful for the
achievement of the Party's aims, with the exception of actions reserved for the General Assembly or that would be breaking the law.
2. The Board represents the party in court and out of court. Insofar as financial regulations do not determine otherwise, the Treasurer is authorised to
represent the party in economic and financial matters, if there is no Treasurer then the responsibilities are inherited by the Vice President. The Board may authorise its individual(s) to represent the party alone or jointly.
3. The Board shall adopt its own rules of procedure. These rules of procedure shall regulate, among other things, the division of tasks within the Board and the responsibilities of individual Board members. These rules of procedure and any amendments shall be notified to the members in writing or by e-mail by resolution.
4. The Board passes its resolutions by majority of votes cast. Abstentions are considered as votes not cast. Board resolutions may also be given at presence meetings by telephone or virtually if real-time communication is guaranteed.
5. The Board may, if necessary, appoint a Secretary General to carry out its tasks and to coordinate the internal work of the party.
6. The Board shall meet at least once every two months, and may invite other members to attend the meeting by a majority vote.
7. The Board shall take decisions by simple majority, and requires the majority of Board Members to vote.
8. The Board shall prepare meeting minutes that are communicated to every member within an adequate timeframe.
Article 21 - Role - President
1. The President is the leader of the party.
2. The President may represent the Party externally and is responsible towards third parties.
3. The President may participate in discussions with third parties, but may not take a decision in the name of the party unless they have the power to do so by majority of Members through a vote at a meeting or by unanimous agreement at that same time.
4. They may delegate all or part of their powers to Members.
Article 22 - Role - Vice President
1. The Vice President assists the President in their duties and may carry them out in the
absence of the President.
2. They may delegate all or part of their powers to other members appointed by the Board.
3. If there is no Vice President, or they are unavailable for valid reasons, the President may take this position for the remainder of the mandate.
Article 23 - The Treasurer
1. While the Party maintains that it is a non-profit party, as it should be, the Treasurer is responsible for accounting and finances. They propose the budget to the General Assembly and ensure its execution. They present a report on the allocation of resources for the past financial year to the General Assembly meeting. They are responsible for all publications related to party finances.
2. They may object to any act of disposition that could seriously endanger the party's finances and that does not conform with the Statute and Internal Regulations.
3. They have the possibility of delegating all or part of their powers to other leaders appointed by the Board.
4. In the absence of a Treasurer, the duties are inherited by the Vice President.
5. In case there is no Vice President or President in position, the Treasurer adopts a 'caretaker' position and must organise a General Assembly within 3 months to elect a new Board.
Article 24 - Responsibility
1. The Party encourages that every position is given every level of attention, respect and dedication. While responsibility should be upheld where there are certain shortcomings.
Article 25 - Internal Regulations
1. The General Assembly may adopt internal regulations that give details on the provisions of this statute, define the practical modalities for the functioning of the Party and provide for the establishment, election or appointment and functioning of internal committees and bodies of the Party. The Internal Regulations may not conflict with this statute.
2. The Board may propose Internal Regulations at the General Assembly and the regulations may provide for other or additional committees and/or bodies that may propose amendments to the Internal Regulations. All amendments to the Internal Regulations shall be submitted for a vote of the General Assembly.
Article 26 - Financial Year
1. While the Party continues to maintain that it is a 'non-profit' Party, and that it is committed to keeping it so. The financial year covers twelve months, closing annually on the last day of each year in the month of December.
2. By 31 March, the Treasurer shall be duty-bound to present to the Commission the Party's account for the preceding year.
3. These are submitted for approval at the annual meeting.
Article 27 - Amendments
1. An amendment to the statute may be decided by a resolution of the General Assembly by a majority of votes cast.
2. Changes that do not require a resolution from the General Assembly are changes to the respective versions;
a. are the correction of linguistic errors,
b. are the rectification of manifestly incorrect references in documents that have statutory status,
c. are the adjustment of paragraph numbering made necessary by the omission of existing paragraphs or the insertion of new paragraphs
d. are those that do not lead to changes in substance.
e. are the minimum adjustments needed to comply with the law, to obtain registration of the party
3. Any change based on the preceding points shall be communicated to all members within two weeks from when they are changed.
Article 28 - Dissolution and Assets in Case of Dissolution
1. The Party shall not be dissolved by the death, absence, incapacity or resignation of a member, insofar as the number of members as a result of this is not less than one so as to remain functioning, remain relevant, remain valid.
2. In case of voluntary dissolution by the general assembly, and in the absence thereof by the court, one or more liquidators are appointed, their powers and means of payment of debts and realisation of assets determined.
3. A motion to dissolve a party may only be voted on if it has been received by the Board at least four weeks before the start of the General Assembly. The possibility of an urgent motion does not exist in this case.
4. We maintain that this party is, and shall remain without profit (non-profit). As it should be.
5. In case there are instructions different from this, the General Assembly shall make a choice, or shall divide the assets among those entities that are eligible. Eligible entities are those with a similar aim, in case similar entities are not identified, the general assembly shall assign the assets to one or among various voluntary organisations, NGOs, foundations or institutions.
6. Upon the dissolution of the Party Residenti Beltin, the party and every member in it requests the Electoral Commission that in case the party is dissolved, the name shall not be used by any other entity so that there is no confusion or irregularity among the electorate or beyond. However if a person still wishes to use this name, that person shall request to contact the original founder of the party (Mr.B.McBee) so that an agreement is reached and permission is given to use the name. This permission shall be the absolute responsibility of the new owner.
7. The dissolution may be proposed by the board itself, provided that valid justifications are presented. From there a motion is brought before the President, the final decision is in the hands of the President unless there is an objection for/against from the majority of the board. This motion is then sustained according to the registered members/constituents present through a vote.
Article 29 - Final Provisions
1. These Articles and all Amendments shall enter into force on the day they are adopted.
Article 30 - Current Members
President and Founder; Mr.B.McBee (2020)
Vice President; Mr.C.Camilleri (2022)
Treasurer; Mr.G.Camilleri (2023).
Call for new and permanent members; remains open. Every permanent position is approved at the annual general assembly.
Every applicant may submit their nomination / candidature to ResidentiBeltin@gmail.com