UAE midday work ban starts on June 15

The UAE's ban on most construction work during the hottest part of the day over summer will start on June 15, according...

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UAE midday break: 187 violations reported

There were 187 violations of the UAE midday break rule reported over summer, marking a 99.72 percent compliance rate, according to the...

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Retail and tourism offset construction slowdown in Dubai

The slowdown in Dubai’s construction sector was last month offset to a large extent by growth in the retail and tourism sectors,...

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UAE midday break ‘to be enforced by 18 teams’

A total of 18 teams will monitor for violations of the UAE summer midday break, which prohibits most work under direct sunlight...

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Midday break: UAE plans 60,000 inspections

Government officials in the UAE will conduct 60,000 inspections to ensure companies comply with the midday break rule, it was reported. The...

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Midday break for UAE workers starts June 16

The UAE’s three-month “midday break”, which curbs most construction work during the hottest times over summer, will start on June 16 this...

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ALEC boss welcomes formation of Saudi contractors’ association

The formation of a contractors’ association in Saudi Arabia could bring positive benefits to the kingdom’s construction industry, the CEO of ALEC has...

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Thirty companies in violation of UAE midday break law

Thirty companies have been found in breach of the UAE midday break law, which prohibits most outdoor work during the hot summer...

Features

Site visit: The Onyx, Dubai

Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road has long been home to some of the city’s most visible and important architectural projects, starting from the...

Construction

Midday break: ‘No Dubai companies flouting law’

No Dubai-based establishments have been found in violation of the midday-break rule which prevents labourers working outside during peak summer hours, it was reported.The...