Khaleej Times, Saturday, May 20, 2023 | Shawwal 30, 1444
UAE: 88% drop in collective labour disputes in Q1 2023, says ministry
Emirates:
In the first quarter of 2023, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
reported an 88 per cent drop in collective labour disputes compared to 2022.
It also said that the number of grievances it helped settle amicably rose by 81
percent during the same reporting period.
The ministry told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that these disputes have
decreased because of the country's effective labour policies, which ensure
fairness and flexibility in the labour market.
It has also adopted a system of monitoring and inspection to ensure that labour
laws are followed, and relevant goals are met.
The ministry reported a 4 per cent increase in the number of workers and
companies registered in its system and wage protection programme compared to
2022.
The ministry believes that the UAE's flexible and diverse economy and labour
policies, and effective and adaptable legislations have led to more workers and
companies to register in its system.
This growth reflects the attractive working environment in the country, which is
aided by appropriate laws and regulations, it added.
In April, the ministry announced that the number of private sector companies
registered on its system increased by 11 per cent in 2022 compared to 2021,
while the number of registered workers increased by 13 per cent.