 Moviment ghall-Ambjent, Friends of the Earth Malta, formerly ‘Zghazagh ghall-Ambjent’, has been active in the environmental field since 1985.The group was first set up as an umbrella organisation for various youth and environmental groups, but soon developed into a committee of activists.Popularity and media coverage were first gained in November 1985, when members of the group were attacked during a protest against developments on beaches and in the countryside.