UAE reforms set to lure more British businesses and expats, say experts

UAE reforms set to lure more British businesses and expats, say experts

The UAE's recently reformed personal status laws will appeal to British businesses and expats, according to experts.

The new government directives, which cover inheritance, divorce matters, alcohol and co-habitation, will be a “positive” for British inward investment into the UAE, according to Joe Hepworth, CEO of Dubai-based company set-up firm British Centres for Business.

Experts say rising unemployment levels in the UK could see more Brits choosing the expat life in Dubai

“Individuals and companies increasingly look at social and lifestyle factors when establishing overseas operations, as well as the traditional macro-economic drivers,” said Hepworth.

“By making these laws both more clear and more consistent with western norms, it will undoubtedly encourage future movers and investors.”

The CEO added that western professional classes and those with families would be assured of the “clarity” around will