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Doha Today

Media Scan September 02, 2013

Published: 01 Sep 2013 - 10:40 pm | Last Updated: 30 Jan 2022 - 12:10 pm

There were talks about the establishment of Qatari TV satellite channel, which aims to focus on tourism.

People discussed the statement by an official at the SEC on the recruitment of 767 teachers from abroad and inside Qatar to fill posts in independent schools, which are opening next week.

People stressed the need to appoint Qataris in bank branches at the Doha International Airport and said many customers do not know English and need someone to help them communicate with bank staff in Arabic.

Many people called on authorities to speed up work on intersections, especially on the Corniche road, before schools reopen next week.

There was a suggestion to the SEC to open an office in each school to help school administration solve discipline issues, and raise awareness among parents and students about the need to respect rules and regulations as part of the education system.

Residents of South Muaither complained about trucks parking on internal roads and disrupting traffic.

People demanded that authorities convert the vegetable market into an indoor one, pointing out that the verandas cannot protect customers, vendors and the produce from heat and humidity.

Travellers complained about disorder and crowds at the arrival terminal of the Doha International Airport, and demanded adequate security to facilitate the movement of people and goods.