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Notably, Sharjah introduced a four-day working week in 2022, after the UAE
government switched to a four-and-half day week in January that year.

The biggest trial of a four-day working week was initiated in the UK in year 2022. Later,
most of the 61 companies involved vowed to continue with the policy, while a third said
they had switched to the new model permanently.

The results were overwhelmingly positive, as none of the 2,900 employees wished to
revert to a five-day work week, and all participating companies documented reduced
stress levels and enhanced employee health.

The Wednesday's (Aug 7) announcement contributes to a order issued by Sheikh
Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, which aims to turn Dubai
into the world’s best city to live in.

Earlier in May, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, approved the
‘Quality of Life Strategy’ that includes increasing the length of beach cycling tracks by
300 per cent, widening the length of night swimming beaches by 60 per cent, and
designating new beaches for women.

Abdullah Al Falasi, head of Dubai's HR department, explained that the pilot program is
designed to create a better work-life balance for employees, streamline government
operations, and strengthen Dubai's appeal as a top destination for both residents and
professionals.

https://www.wionews.com/world/dubai-government-employees-to-enjoy-four-day-workweeks-
this-summer-748565