In this first episode, we talk to Samantha Ellaby, Senior Associate at Clyde & Co to understand the UAE Labour Law implications of COVID-19.

In the context of the coronavirus pandemic, this session covers:
- Time off: Paid or unpaid (00:52)
- Remote working (6:07)
- Financial implications: Salary reductions, termination and gratuity (10.18)
- Immigration restriction implications (19:55)
- Travel restrictions (20:59)
- Health and safety obligations (24:00)
- Privacy and data protection (27:55)
- Social media (36:13)
- Listeners' questions and further pay-related questions (38:23)

*UPDATE* Please note that remote work considerations have been updated since the recording of this podcast. 

We regularly publish free resources to support businesses and HR through this unprecedented time. For the latest information, FAQs and guides, visit www.cipd.ae/knowledge/coronavirus

Podcast 1: UAE Labour Law Implications of COVID-19

Coping with the switch to working day-after-day from home is a new challenge. Not only do employees have to adapt to constantly shifting priorities but, with juggling responsibilities, resilience is put at test. 

In this episode, we talk to Communications & Performance Coach Anna Roberts to understand how fear comes into play at work, how we can overcome it and cultivate resilience for individuals and teams in these challenging times. 

We regularly publish free resources to support businesses and HR through the coronavirus crisis. For the latest information, FAQs and guides, visit www.cipd.ae/knowledge/coronavirus. 

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Podcast 2: Building resilience and understanding fear at work

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