Near total compliance for midday work ban

As UAE's annual ban on outdoor work during the hottest hours of the day comes to an end today, compliance this summer is expected to reach 99 per cent, according to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE).

- BY ABDULLA RASHEED Abu Dhabi Editor

The high level of adherence underscores the deep-rooted social and humanitarian values within the UAE's business community and highlights the private sector's recognition of the importance of safeguarding workers, who are regarded as the most valuable resource