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Workers' rights

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

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is expected to announce an increase to the national living wage during his speech to the Conservative Party Conference on Monday. Getty Images

British Chancellor to announce rise in national living wage

UKOctober 01, 2023

The subscription fee for the UAE's unemployment insurance scheme is between Dh5 and Dh10 per month.

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UAE workers face fines as unemployment insurance deadline passes

UAEOctober 01, 2023

UAE workers can now be covered if they lose their jobs. Ravindranath K / The National

More than 5.7 million subscribe to UAE unemployment insurance

UAESeptember 26, 2023

British workers took more sick leave in the past year than any time over the past decade, a survey of employers has revealed. Getty Images

Sick Britain: Workplace absences at highest in a decade

HealthSeptember 26, 2023

Domestic workers in the Philippines attend a class on life in the Gulf before travelling to the region for work. Recruitment and visa scams are common. Reuters

UAE recruiters shut down for domestic worker offences

UAESeptember 13, 2023

About 60 employers across the UAE have been caught breaching the midday break rule this summer. Sarah Dea / The National

Fifty-nine companies caught breaching UAE midday break rules

UAEAugust 29, 2023

Allowing staff to work from wherever they choose for the summer and beyond improves employers' ability to attract and retain top talent. Getty Images

Employees value flexibility all year round – not just for summer

MoneyAugust 16, 2023

People working outside must be given time off between 12.30pm and 3pm, until September 15. Victor Besa / The National

Dozens of employers caught flouting UAE midday break rules

UAEAugust 16, 2023

Queenagers typically have relatively high incomes and a high degree of freedom in the choices they make. Getty Images

Meet the 'Queenagers' helping younger women with their careers

MoneyAugust 02, 2023

The EU’s stepped-up focus on remote-worker rights comes as managers everywhere fret about productivity and losing touch with employees. Alamy

EU politicians endorse plan to support remote workers' rights

BusinessJuly 04, 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 Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation signed an agreement with the International Labour Organisation to ensure workers' rights. Victor Besa / The National

UAE signs agreement to improve occupational safety inspections

GovernmentJune 19, 2023

Amazon's headquarters in Seattle, where about 870 staff will walk out. AP

Amazon workers plan walkout to protest against job cuts

TechnologyMay 31, 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

Ten staff from World Star Holdings were treated to a holiday in Georgia to mark International Workers' Day. Photo: World Star

Sharjah company surprises labourers with free holiday

UAEMay 13, 2023

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has reminded employers of their duty to house low-paid workers. The National

Ministry tells employers to provide housing for low-paid workers

UAEMay 08, 2023

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