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Employment law

Latest news and updates on labour laws in UAE and other countries from employment visa to benefits

It is not standard practice for a person to be expected to work on mandated days of rest. Getty

‘Can I be forced to work overtime on my days off?’

MoneyJuly 30, 2023

Employees who work remotely require trust, autonomy and the ability to work independently. Alamy

How bosses can overcome their remote work 'productivity paranoia'

MoneyJune 23, 2023

The UAE has set out progress made in its key Emiratisation and unemployment insurance schemes. The National

Two million sign up for UAE’s unemployment insurance scheme

GovernmentMay 16, 2023

The UAE's new unemployment insurance scheme will provide a three-month financial safety net for Emiratis and residents if they lose their jobs. Getty

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Everything you need to know about the UAE's unemployment insurance scheme

MoneyMay 09, 2023

Jerelle Jules on 'Good Morning Britain'. Shutterstock

Ritz London jobseeker told 'Afro-style' hair not allowed

UKApril 11, 2023

Many European countries have run successful trials of a four-day working week. Unsplash

Will the UAE adopt a four-day working week?

MoneyMarch 17, 2023

Business management, computer science and IT are the most sought-after academic qualifications among employers in the UAE, survey finds. Getty

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What are the UAE's most in-demand jobs in the first quarter of 2023?

MoneyFebruary 27, 2023

Companies in Saudi Arabia are continuing to focus on employee well-being, work-life balance and learning opportunities. Getty

Where are the best places to work in Saudi Arabia in 2023?

MoneyFebruary 17, 2023

The UAE Cabinet has approved updated Emiratisation targets. Pawan Singh / The National

UAE companies must boost Emirati staff by 1% every six months

GovernmentFebruary 07, 2023

Employment contract changes will affect most workers in the Emirates. Amr Alfiky / Reuters

Deadline for UAE employment contract changes nears

UAEJanuary 23, 2023

Planning which days to attend the office and scheduling in-person catch ups will ensure your workload is manageable, experts say. Getty

How to optimise your office days in a hybrid working world

WeekendJanuary 13, 2023

Employees are eligible for the jobless payment if they have worked and subscribed for at least 12 months to the insurance programme, as long as they have not been dismissed for disciplinary reasons or because they resigned.

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More than 60,000 sign up for unemployment insurance scheme

UAEJanuary 03, 2023

The survey by Great Place to Work included government agencies that prioritised employee well-being. Getty

The best places to work in the GCC public sector in 2022

MoneyDecember 22, 2022

A poster on the Emiratisation drive at Dubai's World Trade Centre. Chris Whiteoak / The National

UAE authorities warn against false job adverts and illegal salary cuts

GovernmentDecember 18, 2022

Abir Araki, Emiratisation and nationalisation manager at Cigna Insurance Middle East in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National

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Emiratis can be 'assets' to private sector as UAE aims to bolster local workforce

HeritageDecember 16, 2022

To boost employee morale, organisations provided their staff with a work environment that encourages work-life balance. Getty

Where are the best places for UAE parents to work in 2022?

MoneyDecember 15, 2022

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