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The Department of Fisheries and Marine Research of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, informs the public regarding publications in social media and the electronic press regarding "the non-movement of sunbeds on the beach of Gialia", as follows:
For purposes of proper formulation of the responsibilities regarding the creation of organized beaches, it is clarified that TATHE does not license the use of the beach, but expresses its views regarding the conditions that should govern the use of organized beaches to the Central Beaches Committee, which is the competent authority for this purpose.
The use plan for the beach of Gialia, which is located within the coastal area Polis-Gialia of the Natura 2000 network and is an important nesting area for the sea turtle Carettacaretta, a condition had been set by the CST to move the sunbeds before the evening and reposition them the following morning, so as not to interfere with any turtle nesting activity during the night.
After on-site inspections by the inspectors (Park Guards) of the TATHE, the sunbeds are moved from the beach in question, as provided for in the terms of the beach licence.
Regarding the photo, which accompanies article and social media posts, 3-4 sunbeds are spotted "flying" in various random spots on the beach and not under the umbrellas where they are usually placed.
The TATHE carried out an immediate investigation of the event during which it became apparent that these "flying" sunbeds were possibly placed by people who happened to go to the beach in question in the evening, after the departure of the lifeguard, who is also responsible for moving and collecting the sunbeds.
At the same time, TATHE has been in contact with the Yialia Community Council in order to find a solution to prevent similar issues from occurring in the future.
In addition to finding a practical solution to the problem that has unfortunately arisen, it is important that visitors to the area, as well as the public in general, support the work carried out by TATHE in the protection of sea turtles and the marine environment in general, showing the necessary respect and responsible behaviour in the implementation of measures for its protection and conservation.
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