Up to 45 per cent of jobs can be automated, with software performing repetitive, rules-based tasks replacing human workers, according to PwC. Bloomberg
Up to 45 per cent of jobs can be automated, with software performing repetitive, rules-based tasks replacing human workers, according to PwC. Bloomberg
Up to 45 per cent of jobs can be automated, with software performing repetitive, rules-based tasks replacing human workers, according to PwC. Bloomberg
Up to 45 per cent of jobs can be automated, with software performing repetitive, rules-based tasks replacing human workers, according to PwC. Bloomberg

UAE

Coronavirus: Easing of restrictions means some Dubai staff can return to the office

Government recommends continuing to work from home unless 'absolutely necessary'

Patrick Ryan
Patrick Ryan
Dubai

April 24, 2020

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The easing of coronavirus restrictions in Dubai has meant workers are now allowed to return to the office providing it was “absolutely necessary”.

The number of people in the office should not exceed 30 per cent though, according to Dubai Government.

“The partial easing of restrictions is aimed at restarting some commercial and economic activities,” the Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management said in a video that was shared online.

“It is highly recommended that all businesses minimise meetings or hold online meetings.”

Any employee aged over 60 or pregnant must work remotely from home.

Office canteens and kitchens have to remain closed as well according to the video.

Employees must wear face masks and have their temperatures checked regularly.

A strict 24-hour lockdown across Dubai had been in place for two weeks to curb the spread of coronavirus.

However, it was confirmed on Thursday night that the restrictions were being eased with people allowed to move freely, for essential travel and exercise, between 6am and 10pm.

  • People are out to get their exercise and sun after the Dubai government eased restrictions on personal travel. Leslie Pableo for The National
    People are out to get their exercise and sun after the Dubai government eased restrictions on personal travel. Leslie Pableo for The National
  • People are out to get their exercise and sun after the 24hr quarantine is lifted in Dubai. Leslie Pableo for The National
    People are out to get their exercise and sun after the 24hr quarantine is lifted in Dubai. Leslie Pableo for The National
  • The decision will allow people to move freely between 6am and 10pm for the first time since April 4. Leslie Pableo for The National
    The decision will allow people to move freely between 6am and 10pm for the first time since April 4. Leslie Pableo for The National
  • Joggers enjoy the Dubai sun. Leslie Pableo for The National
    Joggers enjoy the Dubai sun. Leslie Pableo for The National
  • People are out to get their exercise and sun after the 24hr quarantine is lifted in Dubai. Leslie Pableo for The National
    People are out to get their exercise and sun after the 24hr quarantine is lifted in Dubai. Leslie Pableo for The National
  • Residents must be in their homes between 10pm and 6am. Leslie Pableo for The National
    Residents must be in their homes between 10pm and 6am. Leslie Pableo for The National
  • A man walks his dog by the beach. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    A man walks his dog by the beach. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • A lady exercises in the Dubai marina on the first morning where the government has eased restrictions. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    A lady exercises in the Dubai marina on the first morning where the government has eased restrictions. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • A man exercises in the Dubai Marina on the first morning where the government has eased restrictions on personal travel due to Covid-19. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    A man exercises in the Dubai Marina on the first morning where the government has eased restrictions on personal travel due to Covid-19. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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