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1/3/25, 4:47 PM Dubai announces New Year holiday for public sector employees
Dubai announces New Year holiday for public sector employees
Normal operations will resume on January 2, 2025 (Thursday)

Departments, entities, and institutions that operate on a shift basis or are engaged in public service and management of public
facilities are not included in this holiday.
Published: Fri 27 Dec 2024, 4:35 PM Last updated: Fri 27 Dec 2024, 4:36 PM
The Dubai Government Human Resources (DGHR) Department has declared that 1st January 2025
(Wednesday) will be an official holiday for all Dubai government entities in celebration of New
Year’s Day.
Normal operations will resume on January 2, 2025 (Thursday), WAM reported.

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Departments, entities, and institutions that operate in Dubai on a shift basis or are engaged in public
service and management of public facilities are not included in this holiday. These organizations
have the discretion to set their staff’s working hours according to operational needs, ensuring the
continued provision of public services and facilities during the holiday period.
The Department conveyed its warmest wishes to the leadership, government, and citizens of the
UAE, as well as to all residents, hoping for a blessed and prosperous New Year for everyone.

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