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Drop in beggars in Jordan and traffic light committees
The article highlights the efforts of the Jordanian Ministry of Social Development in combating the phenomenon of begging, which is considered negative and impacts society socially, economically, and security-wise. The Assistant Secretary-General explained that the ministry operates through 27 committees distributed across various regions. Their tasks include conducting field patrols in public places and at traffic signals to deter beggars. Adults are apprehended and referred to the authorities, while minors under 18 are treated as victims and are sent to care centers for psychological and social support, as well as to study their family circumstances. He pointed out a shortage of staff working in this field, noting that the committees receive additional support during peak seasons and in high-incidence areas, working in coordination with the Public Security Directorate, which holds the legal authority. Reports have recorded a decrease in the number of beggars and related complaints, with a noticeable impact of the summer holiday on the reduction of the phenomenon. The measures reflect ongoing efforts to limit begging, despite challenges related to the number of teams and available human resources.
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