Kuwait Municipality is increasing inspections to crack down on illegal land use where there are expired permits or no permits at all, and the effort is gaining momentum ahead of the holy month of Ramadan and with people starting their summer vacations.

Municipality chief Ahmad Al-Subih told reporters yesterday that inspectors are actively reporting illegal land uses and seizing goods that are not fit for consumption as well as tightening monitoring of establishments’ compliance with safety and hygiene regulations.

Acting director of the Jahraa municipality branch Sami Al-Seaidan said the inspectors are actively monitoring and reporting on conditions in the industrial area.

The monitoring includes mobile canteens and regular cafes, and any violations such as polluting the surrounding area by discarding used fat and other substances is punishable by fine or even closure of the establishment involved.

Head of the monitoring team for use of areas along highways Jamal Al-Fadhli meanwhile said the inspectors reported and filed 19 violations, took out 12 pledges of resolving violations, and posted 11 final notices on several establishments.”