New law for 24,000 DIFC workers takes effect on August 28

By Eudore R. Chand

DUBAI 28 August 2019: The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has announced that the new Employment Law – No 2 of 2019 – will come into effect on August 28, 2019.

The DIFC Employment Law enhancements are integral to creating an attractive environment for the almost 24,000-strong workforce based in the DIFC to thrive, while protecting and balancing the interests of both employers and employees, said Essa Kazim, governor of DIFC, in a statement earlier.

Revised provisions coming into effect address key issues, including paternity leave, sick pay and end-of-service settlements.

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