COVID-19: Restrictions in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman explained

Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman have implemented restrictions on worker's movements.

In a circular issued on April 11, Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development announced that blue collar workers cannot move in and out of the emirate of Abu Dhabi until further notice.

On April 4, MOHAP had clarified that the national disinfection programme would continue according to each emirate's needs.

Abu Dhabi announced that it disinfected 31 shopping malls.

The timings of the disinfection drive in Abu Dhabi are ...

Residential areas From 8pm until 6am Industrial zones and workers accommodations From 6pm until 6am

Sharjah, too, announced restrictions on the movement of workers.

This includes movement within the emirate as well as other workers coming in to Sharjah.

Workers in cleaning, food services and private security services were exempt from these restrictions.

SEDD also asked companies to halve the number of workers in any mode of transport, to ensure social distancing.

Workers were also advised to wear masks when they were inside the vehicle.

Barber shops and salons in Sharjah had been closed since April 6.

Ajman also issued similar restrictions, with Ajman Economic Development Department issuing a circular on April 20.

Worker's movements within Ajman and from outside the emirate would be restricted under the new directives.

If a company wishes to apply for an exemption, they would need to contact Ajman Police.