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According to the reports, the pilot scheme was announced by the Dubai Government Human
Resources Department (DGHR) following positive feedback from a survey conducted among
staff regarding summer work.

Officials stated that under the scheme, government employees will enjoy a shortened
workday—down from the usual nine hours—and a day off on Fridays, leading to this innovative
approach to work-life balance and enhancing safety during the intense summer heat.

“The initiative seeks to elevate employee well-being by enhancing their social life and workplace
safety during the summer period for better work-life balance,” a DGHR statement reported
by Emirates News Agency (WAM).

Speaking on the development, the Director-General of DGHR, Abdullah Ali bin Zayed al-Falasi,
stated that the scheme’s dual goals are to improve employees’ quality of life and promote
sustainable resource use.
“This initiative positions Dubai as the ideal city for a superior lifestyle,” he said.

The trial follows a previous trend observed in other regions of the UAE, including Sharjah, which
adopted a four-day workweek in 2022.

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