Beach upgrade set to begin between Al Malkiya arcade and restaurant

Construction is due to begin on part of Al Malkiya Beach, where a stretch of sand between a games arcade and a Lebanese restaurant will be turned into a public space with new toilets and service units near the main entrance.
Two sites have been selected for the scheme, following discussions between the Northern Municipality and local residents.
The plans were drawn up after Municipal Council member Zainab Al Durazi raised the matter with Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, His Excellency Wael Al Mubarak.

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