MPs seek One-Stop hub to end duplicate inspections

TDT | Manama

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Businesses in the Kingdom are facing repeated inspections. Multiple government agencies often visit the same establishments without knowing previous checks have been done. This lack of coordination is creating delays and confusion. Lawmakers say a solution is urgently needed.

To address the problem, MPs have proposed a National Centre for Oversight and Inspection. The centre would act as a central hub for all government inspections and maintain a single national database.

The proposal, tabled by Mohammed Al Refai, Abdulwahid Qarata, Hassan Bukhamas, Hamad Al Doy, and Jameel Mulla Hassan, seeks a mechanism for coordination and follow-up among oversight bodies, in line with existing laws and regulations. The Legislative and Legal Affairs Committee has backed the move and recommended that Parliament approve it. Supporters say the plan would reduce repeated visits by different agencies, apply common rules and instructions, and improve the quality and efficiency of inspections. It would also enhance the business climate, protect consumers, prevent delays in permits and procedures, and track the implementation of judicial or administrative measures for breaches.

Mohammed Al Refai said the centre would serve as a database for inspectors’ work, creating a clear coordination mechanism between relevant authorities. The plan also proposes that the government study the creation of an honour roll for Bahraini companies with clean inspection records.