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Zawya
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
Proposal to establish public schools in Bahrain's Diyar Al Muharraq
Bahrain - A proposal to establish public schools in Diyar Al Muharraq to meet the needs of the people in the area is being spearheaded by two MPs. It is being led by area MPs Khalid Bu Onk and Hesham Al Awadhi who claim that families in the area would 'greatly benefit' from having a school close to where they live. The explanatory note submitted with the proposal said that the government should allocate land for the school. 'The Diyar Al Muharraq area has witnessed rapid population growth in recent years,' read the proposal. 'This requires the strengthening of educational infrastructure to keep pace with expansion. 'The absence of public schools in the area forces many families to enrol their children in educational institutions outside the area, causing them to go through daily hardship and traffic congestion. 'Establishment of schools in the area will also contribute towards achieving justice in the distribution of educational services between various old and new urban areas.' The proposal stated that investing in education in emerging residential communities enhances the quality of life and encourages family stability in the area. It also claimed that it enhanced the geographical distribution and reduced pressures on existing public schools in neighbouring areas while improving class density. Diyar Al Muharraq already has land that has been earmarked for services, which gives the opportunity to establish educational projects easily. The area already contains a number of private educational institutions, but does not have any public schools. The closest primary and intermediate schools for boys are in Samaheej, while the closest secondary school is in Hidd. As for girls, the closest schools of all levels are in central Muharraq, including the Khadija Al Kubra School, which is the oldest one in the country. Bahrain has recently been investing in opening new public schools and educational institutions across the kingdom. The GDN reported on May 24 that a new technical secondary school for boys could be built in Hamad Town after the Northern Municipal Council unanimously approved a proposal by its services and public utilities committee chairman Abdulla Shareeda Al Thawadi. Copyright 2022 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Daily Tribune
13-04-2025
- Health
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Increases Disability Allowance — Nearly 15,000 Beneficiaries to Receive Enhanced Support
Bahrain has doubled monthly payments to BD200 for people with severe disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy and complete paralysis. As of January 2025, nearly 15,000 individuals were receiving state support through the disability allowance scheme. The figures were shared by the Ministry of Social Development in response to a question raised by MP Hesham Al Awadhi, who had requested details on the number of recipients and recent changes to the scheme. According to the ministry, 14,780 people were registered as beneficiaries at the start of the year. Men made up the majority, at 8,950, while 5,849 were women. Largest share Those with intellectual disabilities formed the largest share, followed by people with physical impairments, hearing loss, sight problems, and multiple conditions. The allowance is available to Bahraini citizens and the children of Bahraini women, provided they live in the kingdom permanently. Eligibility depends on an assessment by a designated medical panel, and applicants must submit a report issued within the past two years, signed by a specialist at a government hospital. The current minimum allowance stands at BD100 per month.
Gulf Insider
31-01-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Bahrain: MPs Back Proposal To Scrap Fines For Late CR Renewals
A push to scrap BD500 annual fines for late commercial registration (CR) renewals – penalties that can hit BD5,000-has been backed by Parliament, aiming to relieve the financial strain on traders and citizens already grappling with tough economic conditions. The proposal, directed at the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, seeks to scrap fines imposed on businesses that fail to renew their CRs within three years of the due date. Unfair weight Proponents of the move, including Khalid Saleh Buanaq, Hesham Al Awadhi, Zainab AbdulAmeer, Ali Al Nuaimi, and Hassan Ebrahim, described the fines as an unfair weight on business owners. 'This adds unnecessary pressure during a time when many are struggling with rising costs and financial hurdles,' the MPs stated in their submission. 'Scrapping these fines will offer relief and help individuals regain stability.' The fines, introduced under a 2024 regulation amending an earlier directive from 2016, were flagged as a deterrent to business growth and compliance. Hefty penalties According to the MPs, the hefty penalties discourage traders from keeping their CRs active, ultimately stifling economic activity. 'Penalties like this acts as barriers, preventing traders from thriving or meeting their obligations. Removing them will clear the way for greater competition and economic growth,' their submission argued. Tuesday's decision saw Parliament calling on the government to act quickly, with MPs pointing to the urgency of the matter. Financial setbacks They warned that traders facing fines as high as BD5,000 could face lasting financial setbacks if no action is taken. 'This is about standing by our traders and ensuring we're not piling on unnecessary burdens,' the MPs explained. 'Easing these pressures could breathe life back into businesses and encourage activity across the board. Source The Daily Tribune News Of Bahrain
Daily Tribune
30-01-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
MPs back proposal to scrap fines for late CR renewals
A push to scrap BD500 annual fines for late commercial registration (CR) renewals — penalties that can hit BD5,000 — has been backed by Parliament, aiming to relieve the financial strain on traders and citizens already grappling with tough economic conditions. The proposal, directed at the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, seeks to scrap fines imposed on businesses that fail to renew their CRs within three years of the due date. Unfair weight Proponents of the move, including Khalid Saleh Buanaq, Hesham Al Awadhi, Zainab AbdulAmeer, Ali Al Nuaimi, and Hassan Ebrahim, described the fines as an unfair weight on business owners. 'This adds unnecessary pressure during a time when many are struggling with rising costs and financial hurdles,' the MPs stated in their submission. 'Scrapping these fines will offer relief and help individuals regain stability.' The fines, introduced under a 2024 regulation amending an earlier directive from 2016, were flagged as a deterrent to business growth and compliance. Hefty penalties According to the MPs, the hefty penalties discourage traders from keeping their CRs active, ultimately stifling economic activity. 'Penalties like this acts as barriers, preventing traders from thriving or meeting their obligations. Removing them will clear the way for greater competition and economic growth,' their submission argued. Tuesday's decision saw Parliament calling on the government to act quickly, with MPs pointing to the urgency of the matter. Financial setbacks They warned that traders facing fines as high as BD5,000 could face lasting financial setbacks if no action is taken. 'This is about standing by our traders and ensuring we're not piling on unnecessary burdens,' the MPs explained. 'Easing these pressures could breathe life back into businesses and encourage activity across the board.
