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UAE Labour Law
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Dubai Ramadan 2026 Work Timings: Reduced Hours for All
Dubai Ramadan 2026 work timings have been officially confirmed for both the public and private sectors. All employees across the UAE — regardless of religion — will work reduced hours throughout the holy month, starting around 19 February 2026.
15 Feb 2026
UAE Midday Break 2024 Ends with 99.9% Compliance
The UAE Midday Break 2024 concluded on September 15 with a record-breaking 99.9% compliance rate. MoHRE conducted over 134,000 inspections and recorded only 51 violations, while 6,000 shaded rest stations served outdoor and delivery workers across the country.
15 Sep 2024
Dubai Court Rules Crypto a Valid Salary Payment
Dubai's Court of First Instance ruled that cryptocurrency is a lawful salary form under UAE employment contracts, ordering an employer to pay six months of unpaid EcoWatt tokens without converting them to fiat — overturning the court's 2023 stance.
17 Aug 2024
UAE Labour Law: Dh1M Fines for Worker Rights
The UAE has enacted Federal Decree-Law No. 9 of 2024, raising fines for labour law violations to as much as Dh1 million. Employers who hire workers without permits, exploit recruits, or close businesses without settling wages now face sharply higher penalties under new MoHRE
13 Aug 2024