Dubai Chamber of Commerce organised a UAE Employment Law Workshop

Dubai Chamber of Commerce organised a UAE Employment Law Workshop

Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, together with law firm Trowers & Hamlins LLP, recently organised a UAE Employment Law Workshop to ensure members are kept up to date with recent changes in the Employment Law that regulates the employment relationships.

Held at Dubai Chambers’ headquarters and attended by 130 participants, the half-day workshop provided an interactive platform to examine key issues, highlight substantial changes and identify new requirements – vital information for businesses operating in the UAE.

Significant changes were introduced in the latest Employment Law relating to types of employment contracts, probation, family leave entitlements, equality and non-discrimination, termination of employment and end of service entitlements.

Jehad Kazim, Vice President, Legal Services, Dubai Chamber of Commerce, said: “As an organisation wholly driven by our members’ needs, we strive to deliver the latest guidance and awareness on relevant legal issues to help them thrive and achieve growth, innovation and prosperity.

“It’s important that we help the business community stay abreast of Employment Law to avoid any issues. The 12-month grace period given to employers to ensure their contractual arrangements are in full compliance will end in February 2023; therefore, the workshop today is