Guidelines supporting the implementation of Malta’s National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (2012-2020) invasive plants and improving the conservation status of native plant communities. The main substance of these guidelines details the steps to follow when curtailing the spread of invasive plants, and when planning native species recovery programmes. They target managers of protected areas and entities involved in the removal of invasive plants and habitat management and/or restoration. The document also serves as guidance to be followed when implementing conditions on alien plant removal that may accompany development permits. It has been developed bearing in mind the guidance provided by Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) and other documents of best practice in invasive species management and habitat management/restoration of plant communities.