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Daily Tribune
18-02-2025
- General
- Daily Tribune
Southern Municipality clears 700 unlicensed bins
Municipal workers have removed 700 unauthorised collection bins across the Southern Governorate, saying they were cluttering streets and blocking views. The sweep, carried out with the municipal council, targeted collection points for plastic, paper, and clothing that had been set up without approval. Authorities said the move was aimed at stopping bins from being scattered about without order, as they often end up blocking sightlines, getting in the way of traffic, and causing trouble for pedestrians. Public tidiness The clean-up was done in coordination with other service agencies to keep things in line with local rules on public tidiness. The municipality urged people to stick to the rules laid out in Decree No. (10) of 2019, which covers public cleanliness. The law sets down how waste should be sorted and collected to allow for recycling and requires bins to be placed in set locations and kept tidy. Waste disposal Licensed firms may handle waste disposal under conditions set out in the law's detailed rules. The campaign also follows Law No. (2) of 1996, which bars leaving goods, furniture, tables, boxes, or kiosks on public roads without approval. The municipality called on charities and social groups to work with them to organise colA clean-up campaign in progress lection efforts properly.
Daily Tribune
17-02-2025
- General
- Daily Tribune
Southern Municipality Conducts Crackdown on Unauthorized Collection Containers
TDT | Manama The Southern Municipality has carried out extensive inspection campaigns to remove unlicensed collection boxes and containers designated for plastic, paper, cardboard, and clothing waste. Over the past two months, the municipality has successfully removed 700 unauthorized sorting containers. According to the municipality, these campaigns were conducted in coordination with the Municipal Council and relevant service authorities to curb the random distribution of illegal containers. These unregulated bins often obstruct visibility, hinder traffic movement, and pose safety risks to pedestrians. Additionally, the initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of adhering to regulations that uphold the urban and architectural identity of the Southern Governorate. The municipality urges all citizens to cooperate in ensuring the success of this campaign, which aligns with the Public Cleanliness Law issued under Decree No. (10) of 2019. This law mandates compliance with cleanliness standards to preserve the beauty of local communities and address visual pollution for sustainable urban environments. The law explicitly states that "waste collection and sorting must be organized in a manner that facilitates recycling, in accordance with recognized environmental standards." It further stipulates that "appropriate containers must be provided for all types of waste in designated locations, ensuring their cleanliness and maintenance. Licensed companies may undertake this responsibility in coordination with relevant authorities, in compliance with the law's executive regulations." Moreover, the Southern Municipality emphasized that this initiative also aligns with Law No. (2) of 1996 regarding the occupancy of public roads, which prohibits the placement of goods, equipment, displays, seats, tables, boxes, and kiosks without a proper license. The municipality has called on charitable and social organizations to coordinate with them to regulate their collection efforts in an orderly manner.
Gulf Insider
17-02-2025
- Politics
- Gulf Insider
Bahrain: Southern Municipality Conducts Crackdown on Unauthorized Collection Containers
The Southern Municipality has carried out extensive inspection campaigns to remove unlicensed collection boxes and containers designated for plastic, paper, cardboard, and clothing waste. Over the past two months, the municipality has successfully removed 700 unauthorized sorting containers. According to the municipality, these campaigns were conducted in coordination with the Municipal Council and relevant service authorities to curb the random distribution of illegal containers. These unregulated bins often obstruct visibility, hinder traffic movement, and pose safety risks to pedestrians. Additionally, the initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of adhering to regulations that uphold the urban and architectural identity of the Southern Governorate. The municipality urges all citizens to cooperate in ensuring the success of this campaign, which aligns with the Public Cleanliness Law issued under Decree No. (10) of 2019. This law mandates compliance with cleanliness standards to preserve the beauty of local communities and address visual pollution for sustainable urban environments. The law explicitly states that 'waste collection and sorting must be organized in a manner that facilitates recycling, in accordance with recognized environmental standards.' It further stipulates that 'appropriate containers must be provided for all types of waste in designated locations, ensuring their cleanliness and maintenance. Licensed companies may undertake this responsibility in coordination with relevant authorities, in compliance with the law's executive regulations.' Moreover, the Southern Municipality emphasized that this initiative also aligns with Law No. (2) of 1996 regarding the occupancy of public roads, which prohibits the placement of goods, equipment, displays, seats, tables, boxes, and kiosks without a proper license. The municipality has called on charitable and social organizations to coordinate with them to regulate their collection efforts in an orderly manner.
