Longer leaves, shorter working hours under new Dubai law

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Longer leaves, shorter working hours under new Dubai law

The Dubai Crown Prince said the law prioritises the needs and requirements of various government employees. "It will support their career growth, and give them stability.

"Developing the skills and capabilities of UAE nationals, attracting the best minds and creating a work environment conducive to innovation and opportunities for growth based on merit - these are the pillars upon which we want to create an exemplary future for Dubai government workers," Sheikh Hamdan added.

Employment opportunities:

1. Right to in-house promotions with more leniency and flexibility

.@HHShkMohd approves new HR Law of #Dubai Governmenthttps://t.co/oQsI0WgNbi pic.twitter.com/5a8mmESWUK
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 1, 2018

2. Right to overtime pay, removal of the mandatory 40-hour work week requirement

3. Right to periodic bonuses

The new HR Law of #Dubai Government is more flexible, allowing government entities to issue regulations and decisions that suit the nature of their operations, and also addresses key issues.
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 1, 2018

4. Innovative hiring practices and methods, like remote work practices

The new HR law also introduces 'remote working' and provides special privileges to 'people with determination'. They will be eligible for shorter working hours if needed, subject to medical approval. #Dubai

- Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 1, 2018 >5. Mandating more flexible promotion requirements

Luxury and decent living standards:

1. Focus on Emiratisation in government agencies

2. Support for working Emirati women and families

.@HHShkMohd: The new HR Law reflects our vision for ensuring an even better future for employees of the Government of #Dubai and the happiness of their families.
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 1, 2018

3. Stipend (or entitlements) for Emirati citizens wives and children under 21

4. Stipend for expatriate workers' families and three children who are under 21

Education:

1. Right to 5 paid leaves for educational purposes including work on research and academic papers

2. Right to travel for learning and educational purposes

3. Modern field training methods after graduation

Leaves:

1. 25 work-day leaves for employees in tiers 8-11 (originally 22)

2. 18 work-day leaves for employees in tier 7 and above (originally 15)

3. 5-day leave for second-degree death in the family

4. 10-day leave for death of a wife/spouse

5. Extendable sick leaves according to the employee's health status