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          Labour laws, policies and wage protection for employees in the UAE

          After a successful adoption in Sharjah, some companies in Dubai are also trialling the four-day week. Alex Kotliarskyi / Unsplash

          'Less stress, more control': Expert on four-day week benefits

          WellbeingSeptember 17, 2024
          Boeing factory workers protest in Seattle, Washington, after voting overwhelmingly to go on strike. Bloomberg

          Boeing US factory workers go on strike for first time in 16 years

          AviationSeptember 13, 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
          Boeing workers listen to union leaders as Washington state factory workers vote on giving their union a strike mandate, seeking significant salary gains in their first contract in 16 years, in Seattle, Washington, US. Reuters

          Boeing reaches pay deal with union and averts strike

          AviationSeptember 08, 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
          Saudi Arabia has laws in place to protect domestic staff and these were updated in October 2023. Amy Leang / The National

          ‘Are there laws to protect domestic workers in Saudi Arabia?’

          MoneyJuly 15, 2024
          Some employees at this time of year are also 'quiet vacationing' – working from elsewhere without admitting to being away. Getty Images

          How ‘coffee badging’ and other trends percolated into global workplace culture

          CommentJuly 05, 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
          Ajay Hinduja (L) and his wife Namrata arrive with their lawyer at the court house, in Geneva, on, June 10. EPA

          The Hinduja family trial was a rare case of domestic workers fighting – and winning

          CommentJune 26, 2024
          Dubai's food drive got under way at Al Rashidiya Al Kabeer Mosque after Friday prayers. Pawan Singh / The National

          Workers enjoy free meals as Dubai food drive starts

          UAEJune 14, 2024
          It is a good idea to travel with a copy of the identity card application as evidence that an application has been submitted. Pawan Singh / The National

          ‘Can I travel out of the UAE without an Emirates ID?’

          MoneyMay 19, 2024
          Even if a visa is not required, the employer must still provide a work permit and register a contract of employment with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. Getty Images

          'Are part-time workers covered by the UAE Labour Law?'

          MoneyMay 05, 2024
          There are considerations when taking photographs in the UAE and everyone should be aware of certain restrictions. Chris Whiteoak / The National

          ‘What should I be mindful of when taking photos in the UAE?’

          MoneyApril 21, 2024
          Advances in technology and employee expectations make working from home a hot topic. PA

          Is working from home here to stay for employees?

          UAEApril 18, 2024
          Money in a UK pension plan is essentially held in a trust. Getty Images

          Can I transfer my UK pension to the UAE?

          MoneyApril 07, 2024
          A contract must confirm the terms of employment in accordance with the law and be signed by both parties. Getty Images

          ‘Can a company sue me if I refuse to accept a job offer?’

          MoneyMarch 24, 2024
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