Sharjah allows remote work for mums in government sector

DUBAI 23°CGOLD/FOREXPRAYER TIMESNEWSLETTERSLOGIN GOLD/FOREXDUBAI 23°CPRAYER TIMES UAEUAEUNITED IN STRENGTHRAMADANASK GULF NEWSPEOPLEGOVERNMENTEDUCATIONCOURT & CRIMEHEALTHEMERGENCIESENVIRONMENTTRANSPORTWEATHER Sharjah allows remote work for mums in government sectorNew policy allows mothers with schoolchildren to work from home Sharjah has introduced remote working for employed mothers in the government sector, aiming to support work-life balance and family stability, officials said. Hesham Suhail Al Qahtani, Director of HR Systems at the Sharjah Department of Human Resources, said the new policy allows working mothers with children in schools or nurseries to work remotely. He said the decision follows approval by higher authorities to implement flexible working arrangements across government entities, with the exception of roles deemed essential or operationally critical. The initiative is designed to ease daily pressures on working mothers while maintaining productivity and service efficiency. Officials said the policy reflects Sharjah’s broader commitment to enhancing employee wellbeing and supporting families, while ensuring continuity of government services. The rule comes as public sector entities increasingly adopt flexible work models in response to evolving workplace needs. UAE: New rules for remote working Paid maternity leave could rise to 98 days in UAE UAE’s parent-friendly label reshapes work culture Sharjah Ruler approves 'Care Leave' for mothers Qatar lifts remote work rules for private sector staff Remote work allowed for Sharjah government entities How Rouble Nagi's art transformed a child's life Who is exempt from Ramadan work hour cuts?