Dubai to study residents’ remote, flexible work options to ease traffic jams

Dubai to study residents’ remote, flexible work options to ease traffic jams

Published: Wed 8 May 2024, 1:46 PM Last updated: Wed 8 May 2024, 2:23 PM

In a bid to ease Dubai's traffic congestion woes, the Road and Transport Authority (RTA) is seeking feedback from motorists to tackle the issue head-on.

The RTA has launched a comprehensive survey aimed at private sector employees which seeks to gather insights into traffic movement patterns, specifically exploring the potential impact of flexible work hours and remote working arrangements.

The transport authority wrote: "The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in cooperation with other relevant entities in Dubai, is undertaking (as part of its efforts to manage traffic movement and reduce traffic congestion) a study to understand the current situation in the private sector in relation to 'flexible work hours' and 'remote working'."

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An RTA spokesperson confirmed to Khaleej Times that the RTA aims to understand better commuting behaviours and work preferences among private sector employees through the survey.

By analysing the information, the authorities can identify opportunities to manage traffic flow and alleviate congestion levels.

To incentivise participation, the RTA said that respondents who complete the survey will enter into a prize draw. When participating in the study, residents