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Dubai reduces government working hours for

summer

Dubai reduces government working hours for summer

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Authorities in Dubai have introduced a pilot initiative to reduce working hours for
participating government entities during the summer.

This initiative, named ‘Our Flexible Summer,’ is organized by the Dubai Government
Human Resources Department (DGHR). It will also suspend work on Fridays.

From August 12 to September 30, employees at 15 government entities will have their
work hours reduced to seven per day.

This initiative will allow employees to enjoy a longer weekend for seven weeks,
enhancing workplace flexibility and safety during the summer, while ensuring a better
work-life balance.

Although the DGHR has not specified which entities are participating, they conducted a
survey to assess the willingness of government agencies to reduce working hours. The

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