Abu Dhabi and Al Ain and Dubai and New Year 2008 and Ras Al Khaimah and UAE and sharjah and updates 10:40 am
Employees of private sector companies across the UAE will have a holiday on January 10, 2008 to mark New Hijri 1429. Public sector will also observe a holiday.
Read earlier post: Holiday to mark New Hijri 1429
Abu Dhabi and Al Ain and Bakrid and Dubai and Eid and Eid Al Adha and Eid ul Adha and Eid ul Fitr and Fujairah and National Day and New Year 2008 and Ramadan and Ras Al Khaimah and UAE and Umm Al Qwain and expatriates and human rights and sharjah and updates 6:07 am
With the United Arab Emirates having the status of a popular choice for exploring job opportunities, especially in the Third World countries, there are some labour laws that existing and prospective employees in the country should know. Here’s an overview:
• Federal Labour Law, Article 74 and Article 81: There are some official holidays every employee is entitled to (with full wage). These are:
o One holiday on New Year Day as per the Gregorian calendar
o One holiday on New Year Day as per the Islamic calendar
o Two holidays on Eid Al Fitr
o Three holidays on Eid Al Adha and Arafat Day
o One holiday on the National Day
o One holiday on the Israawal Meraj
o One holiday on Prophet Mohammed’s birthday
If work circumstances compel an employee to work full time or part time on an official holiday, s/he must be compensated with a leave and a compensatory extra 50 percent of the full wage. In the event of non-compliance with this rule, the employee will be paid 150 percent of the basic wage for the work days.
• Federal Labour Law, Article 83: During the probation period, an employee is not entitled to a paid sick leave. After the end of the probation period, if an employee falls ill on completion of more than three months in continuous service, s/he is entitled to continuous or interrupted 90 days’ leave per year.
The salary for the paid sick leave will be calculated on the following basis:
o First 15 days: full wage
o Next 30 days: half wage
o Following period: no pay
Abu Dhabi and Al Ain and Dubai and Fujairah and New Year 2008 and Ras Al Khaimah and UAE and Umm Al Qwain and life and sharjah and updates 9:23 am
Work in public sector offices across the UAE will remain off on January 10, 2008 (Thursday) in order to mark New Hijri 1429. Federal ministries, institutions, departments along with the financial markets come under the same. The holiday has been declared by the Ministry of Governmental Sector Development.
The New Hijri is the beginning of the New Year as per the Islamic calendar.
Abu Dhabi and Al Ain and New Year 2008 and UAE and updates 10:22 am
Al Ain will host the Al Ain International Aerobatics Championship from January 24, 2008 to January 27, 2008. This is going to be the first air sports event of the year on the global level.
Attractions:
• Breathtaking air shows
• New and returning teams in the aerobatics competition
• Flying shows by Bleriot XI
• Royal Jordanian Falcons
• Saudi Arabian Green Hawks
• Italy’s Pioneer Team
Al Ain International Aerobatics Championship is renowned all over the world for its showcase of fascinating displays and skills. Over 110 aircrafts from across the globe will compete in this year’s event which has been jointly organized by the UAE Air Force and Air Defence and the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority. The organizers have coordinated with the World Air Sports Federation as well.
The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is the patron of the event.
Last year’s chapter of the event saw over 100,000 spectators. And this year is expected to have a better turnout of visitors.
Enjoy!
Al Ain and New Year 2008 and UAE and updates 6:11 am
So you’ll be in Al Ain on December 31, 2007… Have a look at the following options to have a New Year’s Eve bash:
Arabesque
@InterContinental, Al Ain
International buffet at 150 AED per head
Luce
@InterContinental, Al Ain
Five-course Italian feast with live entertainment at 290 AED per head
Ballroom
@InterContinental, Al Ain
Fire and Ice party, grand seafood buffet, live band, dancers and DJs
Charges:
• 888 AED per couple
• 450 AED per head
Abu Dhabi and New Year 2008 and UAE and life and updates 7:59 am
Well… Here’s a list of places in Abu Dhabi you can check out for the New Year bash!
Crazy 8 New Year’s Eve 2008
@ Marina Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi
DJ Saeed Murad and Artful Dodger will rock the audience at Crazy 8 New Year’s Eve 2008 celebrations being held at Marina Al Bateen on December 31, 2007 (Monday).
Charges:
• VVIP Ticket: 400 AED per head
• VIP Ticket: 300 AED per head
• Regular Ticket: 250 AED
Timings: 10 pm to 4 am
Sevilla
@ Al Raha Beach Hotel, Abu Dhabi
New Year’s Eve Celebrations:
Relish a whole range of exotic delicacies at the New Year’s Eve party at Al Raha Beach Hotel, Abu Dhabi.
Attractions:
• Feeria show
• Live music
• Belly dancer
Charges:
• Adults: 220 AED per head
• Children (under 12): 140 AED per head
• Children (under 5): Free
New Year’s Day celebrations:
A special brunch amid live music is on offer at Sevilla on the New Year’s Day.
Charges:
• Adults: 180 AED per head
• Children (under 10): 100 AED per head
La Brisas
@ Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi
New Year’s Day Celebrations:
A lavish brunch buffet is waiting for you at La Brisas.
Charges: 440 AED (plus 16 percent extra) per head
Sayad
@ Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi
New Year’s Eve Celebrations:
Emirates Palace will be holding a New Year’s Eve dinner party at Sayad.
Attractions:
• Seven-course menu
Charges: 990 AED (plus 16 percent extra) per head
Palace Tent
@ Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi
New Year’s Eve Celebrations:
Relish your New Year’s Eve dinner at Palace tent in an exotic way!
Attractions:
• Fire and Ice party
• Love Train music band performance
Charges: 2000 AED per head
La Brasserie
@ Meridien Village, Abu Dhabi
New Year’s Eve Celebrations:
A gala dinner awaits you for the New Year’s Eve here!
Attractions:
• Multinational cuisine
• Seafood buffet
Charges:
• Adults: 550 AED (plus 16 percent extra) per head
• Children: 300 AED (plus 16 percent extra) per head
Pappagallo and Le Bistrot
@ Meridien Village, Abu Dhabi
New Year’s Eve Celebrations:
New Year’s Eve Dinner at both these restaurants is all set to be an experience of its kind!
Attractions:
• Sumptuous four-course menu
Charges:
• Adults: 295 AED (plus 16 percent extra)
• Children: 200 AED (plus 16 percent extra) per head at Pappagallo; 250 AED (plus 16 percent extra) per head at Le Bistrot
Le Beaujolais and Le Jardin
@ Novotel, Abu Dhabi
New Year’s Eve Celebrations:
New Year’s Eve buffets await you at both these restaurants.
Charges:
• 250 AED per head at Le Beaujolais
• 130 AED per head at Le Jardin
Abu Dhabi and Al Ain and Dubai and Fujairah and New Year 2008 and Ras Al Khaimah and UAE and Umm Al Qwain and life and sharjah and updates 7:32 am
Come January 1, 2008 and UAE is all set for a holiday! Yes, the emirates will welcome the New Year with an official holiday in public and private sectors alike.
Offices will reopen on the 2nd of January, 2008 (Wednesday).
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