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ARTICLE · 18 DECEMBER 2023

Important Changes In The Labor Dispute Resolution Process

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Significant changes have been made to the UAE's labor dispute resolution process with the introduction of Federal Decree Law No. 20 of 2023 (the "Decree").

United Arab EmiratesEmployment and HR
Gordon Barr
Gordon Barr
Alaa Momtaz
Alaa Momtaz

Significant changes have been made to the UAE's labor dispute resolution process with the introduction of Federal Decree Law No. 20 of 2023 (the "Decree"). This Decree amends some provisions of the Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 (the "Labour Law")

The changes primarily revolve around empowering the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization ("MOHRE") to play a more decisive role in labor dispute resolution. This article will explore the scope of these amendments, their implications, and the practical considerations for employers and employees.

Scope of the Decree:

Expanded Powers of MOHRE

The key amendment introduced by the Decree relates to Article 54 of the Labour Law and the expansion of MOHRE's authority to act as the final judge and arbitrator for employment disputes below a specified threshold, which is set at AED 50,000. The Decree also allows MOHRE to issue final executable judgments in cases of non-compliance with the terms of an amicable

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