Decree Law No. 17 of 2023 amending some provisions of Law No. 33 of 2006 regarding sanitation and surface water drainage. Country/Territory Bahrain Document type Legislation Date 2023 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Water Keyword Freshwater resources management Drainage/land reclamation Offences/penalties Royalties/fees Surface water Geographical area Asia, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Small Island Developing States, Western Asia Entry into force notes This Decree-Law enters into force the day after its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Legislative Decree, comprised of three articles, revises the preceding Decree by substituting the Ministry of Works and Housing with the relevant Ministry overseeing Works Affairs. Additionally, amendments are made to the sanctions and fees associated with certain services. Full text Arabic Website www.legalaffairs.gov.bh References - Legislation Amends Law No. 33 of 2006 on sewage disposal and surface water drainage. Legislation | Bahrain | 2006 Keyword: Waste domestic sources, Surface water, Pollution control, Authorization/permit, Offences/penalties, Royalties/fees, Inspection, Sewerage, Freshwater pollution Source: FAO, FAOLEX