The UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, today issued a new decree to regulate labour relations in the private sector across different work models, including part-time and temporary work, along with safeguarding employee rights and introducing new leaves policy.
The Federal Decree Law no. 33 of 2021, regulating labour relations, will be effective in the private sector from February 2, 2022, and is the most significant amendment of its kind since the law's establishment.
The new law also introduces 3-year contracts and conditions while employing teenagers over 15 years.
Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, said in a media briefing, that the new law comes in response to the rapidly-changing workplace amid technological advancements and the outbreak of Covid-19.
He added that the law is part of the government's efforts to create a flexible and competitive work environment as the UAE prepares to embark on its journey towards the next 50 years.
"We aim to create an environment that attracts talents and competencies from all over the world and enhance the future skills of workers, at the same time providing a stimulating and attractive working environment for employers," said Al Awar.
The ministry is currently working on the executive regulations that will oversee the implementation of the law.
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