The objects and reasons of this Bill are that while loneliness is recognized as a matter of social and public health importance, the State recognizes the positive obligation of the Government to advance policy to combat loneliness and strengthen social connection and community participation. The Office of the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations is being significantly strengthened, having the duty to be a key link for this purpose, for the full well-being of Maltese society, as a main pillar of the building of the future of our country.