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New Labour Law to Come into Force on February 2nd

Implementation of Federal Decree-Law No 33 of 2021

Summary of Key Changes

Starting tomorrow, Federal Decree-Law No 33 of 2021 Regarding the Regulation of Labour Relations will go into effect in the United Arab Emirates. The new law introduces a number of significant changes to employment regulations, including:

• Increased flexibility in work arrangements: The new law allows for more flexible work arrangements, such as remote work, part-time work, and flexible working hours.
• Enhanced protection for employees: The law strengthens protections for employees, including provisions against discrimination and harassment, and increased compensation for workplace injuries.
• Improved dispute resolution mechanisms: The law establishes a new Labour Relations Court to handle employment disputes, providing a more efficient and specialized forum for resolving workplace issues.

The implementation of these changes is a significant step towards modernizing the labour laws in the UAE and improving the working conditions for employees. Employers and employees are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the provisions of the new law to ensure compliance and take advantage of the new opportunities it provides.

For more information on the new labour law, please refer to the following resources:

• Federal Decree-Law No 33 of 2021: https://www.tamimi.com/law-updates/federal-decree-law-no-33-of-2021-on-regulating-employment-relationships-in-the-uae/
• Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation: https://www.mohre.gov.ae/en/
• Emirates News Agency: https://wam.ae/en/details/1395303001153

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