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          Employment Law

          Some companies withdraw an employee's housing allowance if their spouse also receives a similar benefit. Getty Images

          ‘Can my wife’s company cut her allowance if husband is working?’

          MoneySeptember 23, 2024
          Advocates of the 'right to disconnect' scheme describe it as a win-win scenario for employers and employees. Photo: Oscar Wong

          The ‘right to disconnect’ is a good idea, but making it stick is another matter

          CommentSeptember 12, 2024
          From age 65 years, residency visas must be renewed annually, rather than every two years. Getty Images

          'Can I continue to work in UAE after turning 60?'

          MoneySeptember 11, 2024
          The UAE is attracting more remote workers and independent professionals through flexible visa and licensing options. Photo: Getty Images

          UAE's freelance industry is expanding but payment issues remain

          UAEAugust 29, 2024
          The maternity plan is in line with the government’s directives to encourage Emiratis to join the private sector. Silvia Razgova / The National

          Abu Dhabi changes maternity leave rules for Emirati women in private sector

          UAEAugust 27, 2024
          Employers that do not ensure their staff have the correct visas can face fines up to Dh50,000. Pawan Singh / The National

          ‘Can I work for a UAE company without a residency visa?’

          MoneyAugust 26, 2024
          The UAE has set out strict punishments for companies found in breach of labour laws. The National

          Tough new UAE labour law to protect workers' rights

          UAEAugust 14, 2024
          After the probationary period has ended, all employees in the UAE are entitled to a certain number of paid sick leave days each year. Sarah Dea / The National

          'Do I need to work extra days to compensate for the sick leave?'

          MoneyAugust 12, 2024
          Experts say a 'positive work culture also enhances employee retention'. Pawan Singh / The National

          Dubai's four-day working week could be 'win-win proposition'

          UAEAugust 08, 2024
          Travellers on visit visas to the UAE must ensure they have the necessary documents and funds to cover their stay. Pawan Singh / The National

          Pakistan envoy urges citizens to abide by UAE visit visa rules

          UAEJuly 04, 2024
          The law says a woman shall be paid a wage equal to that of a man if she performs the same work, or an alternative role of equal value. AFP

          'Is it fair for companies to pay men more than women?'

          MoneyJuly 01, 2024
          Taking paternity leave has been shown to boost father-child bonding, the baby's development and the parents' relationship. Getty Images

          UAE companies extend paternity leave to support new fathers

          UAEMay 19, 2024
          More employees in the UAE are undergoing fertility treatment and companies are now including support in HR policies. Getty Images

          Calls grow for UAE companies to offer fertility support to staff

          UAEMarch 21, 2024
          Private companies in the UAE spoke to The National about their approach to Ramadan working hours while ensuring business continues as usual. Getty Images

          Flexibility is key as UAE businesses adopt Ramadan working hours

          UAEMarch 12, 2024
          Employers must pay staff in full at the time of leaving service. Getty Images

          'Can I resign from my job while still on probation?'

          MoneyMarch 10, 2024
          Maria Isabel Macierda won Dh100,000 at an awards event celebrating the efforts of UAE businesses and workers. Khushnum Bhandari / The National

          Joy for Filipina cleaner after Dh100,000 workplace awards win

          UAEJanuary 26, 2024
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