The government has rejected a proposed amendment to Bahrain's Environment Law that would double the appeal period for environmental complaints from 30 to 60 days. MPs backing the change argued that the current timeframe is too short, par
TDT | Manama
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The government has rejected a proposed amendment to Bahrain’s Environment Law that would double the appeal period for environmental complaints from 30 to 60 days.
MPs backing the change argued that the current timeframe is too short, particularly for cases involving complex technical reports and extensive documentation. However, the government warned that extending the deadline could slow responses to critical environmental threats, such as chemical spills, water contamination, and ecosystem damage. Officials pointed out that Bahrain’s legal system already provides a structured process: 30 days to file a grievance, another 30 days for a response, and an additional 30 days to take the matter to court. They also noted that many countries, including the UAE and Egypt, handle environmental disputes as urgent matters, keeping appeal windows tight.
Citing similar 30-day limits in laws covering maritime safety, road regulations, housing, and taxation, the government maintained that the existing timeframe is reasonable and urged Parliament to reconsider the amendment.
