Party Statute

Article 1 - Name and Identity

1. The party is named ResidentiBeltin.
2. The acronym is RB.
3. 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 entity with relevant bodies

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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.

Members interested in becoming supporters, and who wish to convey suggestions or complaints about the locality, 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 or 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:

1. The other entities must be independent and not affiliated with the two main political parties
2. Clear alignment with the principles and aims of ResidentiBeltin
3. Collaboration with direct or indirect benefit for the community, localities and residents

Every decision must:

1. 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

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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 or refusal of membership

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Article 10 - Equality

The party prohibits discrimination on any basis of sex, orientation, religion, nationality or 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 or 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 or officials may call members from the audience to participate with random votes.

11.D Powers

• Simple majority: appointment or dismissal of members, budget approval, party and 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 or agenda; urgent motions or amendments already submitted regulate separate deadlines.

The Assembly is valid regardless of the number present.

Minutes of proceedings, including motions, resolutions and electoral results, may be audio or 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 the 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.

If the entire Board resigns, new elections are held 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