A total of 159 beggars have been arrested in Abu Dhabi as part of a major crackdown on the illegal practice.
Police said the arrests were made between November 6 to December 12.
The authority has urged the public not to show sympathy to such individuals, and instead, donate to official charities.
It has also called on people to report beggars by calling 999.
Lana Nusseibeh vows to bring "relentless practicality" to UN as Secretary-General
UAE candidate Lana Nusseibeh has emphasised her goal of bringing the "stubborn optimism and relentless practicality of a bridge-building diplomat" to the role of UN Secretary-General.
Abu Dhabi to build AED 872 million seven-bridge network
Abu Dhabi's Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has announced plans to open a seven-bridge network that will connect Ramhan and Jubail Islands to Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Highway (E12).
UAE honours flydubai crew for courage, professionalism during flight incident
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has awarded the First Class Order of Zayed II to the flydubai crew members involved in September's in-flight incident, in recognition of their efforts to ensure the safety of passengers.
UAE leaders receive flydubai crew involved in September flight incident
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received the flydubai crew members involved in the in-flight incident on September 30, praising their actions in ensuring passenger safety.
Dubai approves AED 2 billion Urban Centres Development Plan
Dubai has approved a package of major urban, population and digital initiatives designed to support the emirate's long-term growth and further enhance the quality of life for residents.
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince attends banquet hosted by Canadian Prime Minister
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed ways to strengthen UAE-Canada relations during an official visit to Canada.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed invites everyone to raise the UAE Flag with pride
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has invited "citizens and residents, institutions and ministries, schools and universities, and households across all Emirates" to raise the UAE flag.
UAE, US discuss stronger judicial cooperation
The UAE and the United States are looking to strengthen cooperation in legal and judicial affairs, including efforts to combat crime.
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