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19 May 2022

E-cigarette smoking is prohibited in offices, and closed spaces in UAE

E-cigarette smoking is prohibited in offices, and closed spaces in UAE E-cigarette smoking is prohibited inside offices and closed spaces across the UAE. The use of e-cigarettes is subject to federal law on tobacco control. The Ministry of Health and Prevention highlighted the dangers of consuming tobacco products including e-cigarettes…

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16 May 2022

Leaves include contribution scheme says Pension Authority in UAE

Leaves include contribution scheme says Pension Authority in UAE The General Pension and Social Security Authority stated any work-related leaves, paid or unpaid, fall under the contribution period by which the insured is entitled to a pension. The responsibility for payment of pending contributions by insured individuals varies depending on…

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12 May 2022

Field agents have the right to claim fuel and parking costs incurred in UAE

Field agents have the right to claim fuel and parking costs incurred in UAE An employee should be aware of the terms of an employment contract, particularly with regards to salary and allowances, before signing it.  Article 8 (2) of the Employment Law, states that the employee, or his representative,…

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09 May 2022

The United Arab Emirates announced penalties for E-Crimes

The United Arab Emirates announced penalties for E-Crimes The UAE Public Prosecution has reported a minimum fine of Dh250,000 and a maximum penalty of Dh500,000 for threatening or blackmailing someone online. The offenders will also be sentenced to prison for a maximum of two years. In a post shared on…

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04 May 2022

Breaks during work hours mandatory under UAE Employment Law

Breaks during work hours mandatory under UAE Employment Law Article 18 of the UAE Employment Law states that the employee may not work more than five consecutive hours without breaks which shall amount in aggregate to not less than one hour, and such breaks shall not be calculated as part…

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28 Apr 2022

Dubai issues new resolution on Arbitrators for marital disputes

Dubai issues new resolution on Arbitrators for marital disputes Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has given an Executive Council resolution on arbitrators appointed to assist with the marital disputes in personal cases in Dubai. It…

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