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8/8/24, 11:52 AM DGHR announces pilot launch of new initiative to reduce summer working hours of some government entities - Middle East Busines…
15 government entities are participating in the pilot stage of the initiative, with an aim to
enhance workplace flexibility by reducing working time to seven hours and suspending work on

Fridays. The initiative will be implemented from August 12, 2024, to September 30, 2024,
seeking to elevate employee wellbeing by enhancing their social life and workplace safety

during summer period for better work-life balance.

His Excellency Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of DGHR Department, said:

“We are thrilled to announce that DGHR will be launching the ‘Our Flexible Summer’ initiative,

in line with our long-standing efforts to nurture a flexible work environment that promotes the
work-life balance of government employees, in accordance with best international practices.
The launch will also further our vision to empower human resources by developing smart

solutions and innovative policies to uplift Dubai’s competitiveness. The initiative aims to
enhance employees’ quality of life and promote sustainable use of government resources,

positioning Dubai as the ideal city for a superior lifestyle.”

In preparation for the launch, DGHR conducted a survey to understand the opinions of various
government entities and their willingness to reduce working hours during summer. The

initiative will empower employees to engage in leisure activities after work and reduce energy
consumption within government departments. The proposal garnered exceptional support
through the survey, highlighting an openness to welcoming changes that will promote the

work-life balance and well-being of employees.

DGHR will provide relevant government entities with the requisite resources to pass on
feedback regarding the impact of the initiative on employees and overall productivity. DGHR

will also regularly assess the feedback received to create a final report summarising the
initiative’s outcomes, the department’s recommendations, and its adaptability to various

government entities.

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