Muharraq Municipal Council committee recommends suspension of delivery company permits

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The Finance and Legal Committee of the Muharraq Municipal Council has recommended suspending the permits of delivery companies until a regulatory legal framework is established.

This came as the committee held a meeting chaired by Ahmed Al Maqhawi and attended by council members Abdulqader Al Sayed, Mohammed Al Mahmoud, and Dalal Al Muqhawi, along with Mohammed Hussain, Head of the Executive Branch’s Inspection Department, and Abeer Al Mahmeed, Head of the Licensing Department.

Council President Abdulaziz Al Naar was also present to discuss several points.

The committee stated that it will invite relevant authorities to discuss and find optimal solutions to the problems associated with these companies, addressing the concerns of residents and road users.

It stressed that the proposed measures will not include any increase in fees, thus preventing higher prices for consumers.

The committee invited the Ministry of Industry and Commerce to discuss the operational mechanisms of delivery companies, but the ministry declined to attend.

Al Maqhawi expressed the committee’s surprise at this absence, stating that the invitation aimed to gather preliminary information to determine each entity’s responsibility in overseeing these companies.

The committee also discussed the investment opportunities for the Muharraq Grand Park following the departure of the previous investor.

Given the previous unsuccessful investment attempts, the committee proposed new conditions, most importantly ensuring the comfort of residents near the park and protecting them from noise pollution often associated with recreational activities.

Furthermore, the committee deliberated on land acquisition procedures for public benefit to serve residents.

They also discussed the issue of street vendors within the Muharraq municipality, based on Resolution No. (1) of 2006.

The council believes it is necessary to regulate this activity to ensure public safety and health standards.