Dubai: Government employees working in the emirate of Dubai will enjoy longer annual leaves from now on.
Under a new-look human resources law issued on Sunday, employees of grade 8 to 11 will get 25 paid leaves as opposed to the 22 they got previously, while those of grade seven and below will receive 18 instead of 15.
UAE Vice-President, Prime Minister and Dubai Ruler Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum signed and issued the new legislation which aims at providing a supportive work environment for employees in the government sector.
The law grants annual travel allowances for Emirati employees' family members aged under 21 years, instead of 18. Expat employees will receive travel allowances for three children aged under 21 years.
The law stipulates a 10-day leave for employees mourning the death of a spouse, while another five days will be given when second-degree relatives die.
People with determination – that is with physical disabilities - have been given additional benefits, with reduced working hours depending on necessity and right to five special paid leaves.
They will also be given priority for employment opportunities.