Dubai has rolled out temporary flexible working hours for government employees during the summer months, aiming to improve work-life balance and boost productivity. The initiative, confirmed by the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR), will run from July 1 to September 12, 2025. The flexible work model follows the official five-day workweek and divides employees into two working groups: Group 1 works eight hours from Monday to Thursday, with Fridays off completely. Group 2 works seven hours Monday to Thursday, and 4.5 hours on Friday. For many government employees in Dubai, weekends already include a half-day Friday and full days...