UAE | Employment
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Tuesday May 21
Phase 2 of Absher initiative launched
Mohammad Bin Zayed launches second phase of Emiratisation inititaive
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Tuesday May 21
Arabtec workers back at work after protest
Thousands were demanding overtime pay and a salary increase
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Thursday May 16
My company won't give me the profits I'm entitled to - please help
Employee is owed profits as well as end-of-service gratuity but employer denies this
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Thursday May 16
Can my company terminate me for a fight I had outside work?
The argument between the questioner and an employee of another company was not work related, but his employer is threatening penalty and cancellation of visa
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Wednesday May 15
Mobile phones banned at work in Abu Dhabi company
Firm in capital says employees should work and not attend to personal calls while in the office
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Wednesday May 15
Look at bright side of migration to Gulf - conference hears
Conditions of foreign labour force in Gulf are anecdotal, conference hears
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Tuesday May 14
UAE plays leading role in labour mobility
Top official commends country’s arrangement with India
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Friday May 10
Ministry finds six firms violating labour laws in Dubai
Teams join hands with Dubai Police to conduct inspections of 80 companies
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Thursday May 9
Ask the Law: How is the end-of-service benefit calculated?
'When I claimed my labour dues, I was told I am not entitled to end-of-service benefits'
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Thursday May 9
Ask the Law: Can my employer force me to work overtime without pay?
'We have also learnt that anyone who objects to the change in work conditions risks being fired'
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Thursday May 9
Ask the law: How can I claim my end-of-service benefits?
'My company offered me a sum of money towards my gratuity but it is less than what I am entitled to'
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Thursday May 2
Careers UAE 2013 show ends on positive note
Official advises youth to choose jobs keeping in mind their future career path
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Thursday May 2
Can I join another company after I leave my job?
I want to join another company or a free zone company after I quit my current job; will the labour ban apply?
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Wednesday May 1
Indian expatriate in a soup after e-passport requirement
Expat fears paying fines for overstaying after immigration officials refused to stamp visa on his hand-written passport
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Wednesday May 1
Emiraties encouraged to undertake creative career paths
Careers exhibition sheds light on job opportunities in art sector
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Wednesday May 1
Ladies day at Careers UAE Fair
More companiesnow show commitment toEmiratisation
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Tuesday Apr 30
Emiratisation programme a priority for UAE private sector
Private sector looking to hire more Emiratis in 2013
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Monday Apr 29
Abu Dhabi hosts labour mobility conference
International conference on impact of labour mobility on sustainable development
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Monday Apr 29
Is the non-compete clause valid if I'm under 21?
A non-competition clause is only valid if the employee who signs is 21 years old or older
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Sunday Apr 28
Careers UAE Exhibition 2013 opens this week
Event provides Emirati job-seekers with employment opportunities
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Tuesday Apr 23
Emiratisation goes digital with online job portal
Careers UAE launches online job portal for Emiratis
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Tuesday Apr 23
Emiratis choosing zoo careers as Emiratisation drive gathers momentum
Al Ain Zoo organises training schemes to develop a strong workforce
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Thursday Apr 18
Career fair to open on April 22
Event offers new career and educational opportunities for Emiratis
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Sunday Apr 14
Absher registers 2,200 Emiratis
Ministry of Labour registers 2,200 Emiratis working in private sector
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Thursday Apr 11
Am I entitled to air fare after resignation?
Employees who resign to join another company in the UAE are not entitled to air fare from their current employer
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Community Reports
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Buses don’t halt at bus stops being excavated
Excavation turns using public transportation into a nightmare
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Cyclists put their lives in danger
Alarming volumes of cargo totter precariously above their heads
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Students step towards a greener planet
The students and their parents participate in a week to raise awareness about going green.
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Parking chaos frustrates motorists
Motorist calls for one-way road to be built to regulate traffic and solve parking woes
