Despite promises made two years ago by local authorities to crack down on illegal beach operations, it appears businesses are still breaking the rules on the popular tourist island of Rhodes. The citizens' group Ombrella has reported that businesses continue to overstep their leased areas, erect unlicensed structures and block public access.

Ombrella has spotlighted three cases where these illicit activities are allegedly occurring. One such case is at the scenic Elli Beach in Rhodes Town, where a business with a 7,578 square foot lease is actually occupying more than 22,600 square feet, according to the group.

This includes a restaurant, bar and massage area constructed without the necessary permits, they claim. Another nearby venue, they report, has large pergolas, bars and hedges obst

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