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DUBAI GOVERNMENT TO SLASH

SUMMER WORKING HOURS WITH

FRIDAYS OFF

News Home More from Local News Wednesday, 7 August 2024 16:30

By ARN News Staff

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Authorities in Dubai have announced a pilot project to reduce working hours for government entities this
summer.

Running from August 12 to September 30, 2024, the 'Our Flexible Summer' initiative will see work hours at the 15
participating entities cut to seven hours a day, and work suspended on Fridays.

This move aims to improve employee well-being and work-life balance, supporting the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy
2033.

It's part of Dubai’s broader goal to enhance quality of life and strengthen its status as a top city for living and working.

In preparation for the launch, the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) conducted a survey to

understand the opinions of various government entities and their willingness to reduce working hours during summer.

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