SCTA plan afoot to license buildings for the stay of Umrah pilgrims

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Monday 09 Feb 2015 - 12:44 Makkah mean time-20-4-1436 SCTA plan afoot to arrange better services for Umrah pilgrim’s and visitors Jeddah, (IINA) - The Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities (SCTA) is working on a plan to license buildings, which will accommodate Umrah pilgrims and visitors with the aim to improve services for the guests of Allah, Arab news reported. Hamad Al-Semaeel, acting vice president at the SCTA, said the commission is working in collaboration with investors and government partners to provide better services to pilgrims who stay in these buildings. The commission will announce the minimum specifications for hospitality, in addition to safety, security and public health to investors in the administration of these buildings. The commission intends to hold a workshop for operators to explain licensing requirements for operating these buildings and to take note of any issues. Al-Semaeel appreciated the cooperation of the Ministry of Haj and government and private partners in reaching this decision. The Council of Ministers approved last Monday the SCTA’s obtaining of licenses for buildings, which can be used to accommodate pilgrims on condition that they meet the requirements of the municipality and civil defense. SM/IINA