Commission set up to write a law on building in forest areas
Magic Algeria news desk
This story has a map. Tap to see itThe Minister of Housing set up a commission to draft a law on building and living in and around forests. The aim is to protect residents and reduce the risk from forest fires.
Minister Mohamed Tarek Belaribi installed the commission at his ministry in Algiers on Wednesday 16 September. It brings together several ministries and public bodies.
President Tebboune asked for the law at a working meeting on Sunday 30 August, held to deal with the effects of the August fires in the east and centre of the country. He asked for a specialist study to set standards for homes in forests and on their edges.
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