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About the Authority

The General Sports Authority (GSA) seeks to advance and elevate the sports sector in the Kingdom of Bahrain, ensuring the sustainability of Bahraini sporting excellence.

The General Sports Authority serves as a fundamental pillar of national sports development by driving strategic plans, supporting athletic progress, and working under the guidance of the Kingdom’s leadership to strengthen Bahrain’s sporting presence locally and internationally.

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Sustainable Development

The Kingdom of Bahrain has made strides in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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The General Sports Authority

The legal basis rests upon the Public Nuisance Law and violations of municipal licensing conditions. The law empowers authorities to revoke or decline the renewal of a license if security and municipal reports establish that the facility causes permanent and continuous disruption to the peace of residents, applying the legal maxim: "Warding off harm takes precedence over bringing benefits."

Are there legally binding operating hours for stadiums located within residential neighborhoods? 

The complaint must be submitted to the relevant municipality. Technical specifications dictate the angles and intensity of lighting in residential zones to prevent light pollution and safeguard the privacy of residents. 

Complaints regarding these matters are raised to the relevant municipality. There are specific technical specifications governing the angles and intensity of lighting in residential areas to ensure that neighbors' privacy is not violated and to prevent "light pollution."

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