Coronavirus: UAE businesses to have utility bills reduced – The National

Coronavirus: UAE businesses to have utility bills reduced – The National

Coronavirus: UAE businesses to have utility bills reduced. The UAE Cabinet agreed to slash utility bills by 20 per cent for three months to boost businesses affected by the coronavirus pandemic.. The decision affects businesses registered with the Federal Authority of Water and Electricity.. The businesses will also benefit from a six-month payment deferral of connection fees.. Authorities have taken steps to mitigate the impact on businesses and residents alike across the Emirates.. The Ruler of Sharjah has ordered utility bills in the emirate to be cut by 10 per cent for three months to ease pressure on residents.. Dr Rashid Al Leem, chairman of Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority, thanked Sheikh Dr Sultan for his humanitarian gesture.. Earlier this month, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, announced a 10 per cent reduction in water and electricity bills for citizens, expatriate residents and businesses would be brought in for three months..