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Doha Today

Media Scan April 20, 2014

Published: 21 Apr 2014 - 07:29 am | Last Updated: 28 Jan 2022 - 08:14 pm

•     There are complaints about some people using asphalt waste from road works to fill cracks or potholes in roads or build speed bumps in front of their houses. They say improper use of these materials is causing damage to vehicles and waterlogging during rain. The authorities should stop such practices and punish those responsible.
•     People have complained about damage to the sports equipment on the Corniche, and asked if it is the result of poor quality or misuse. 
•     Seawater off the Corniche needs cleaning as tides bring a lot of waste to the shore. 
•     With the country’s population increasing and no places in government and private schools to absorb the increasing number of children, people have urged the authorities to find a solution.
•     People have complained about drivers of water tankers who are licensed to fill water from government water stations at nominal prices selling the same water to unlicensed trucks drivers at higher prices.
•     There is talk in the social media about the Traffic Department’s decision to shut down a shop in Al Garrafa area for violating the traffic law by fixing sun shades and films on vehicles that do not meet the required standards. 
•     People have demanded that the authorities promote cultural and tourist activities in different parts of the country to encourage more families from other countries to visit Qatar and learn about its culture and heritage.