Sharjah Ruler extends bereavement leave for employees who lose close relatives
Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah , has directed changes to bereavement leave for employees of the Sharjah government and universities in the emirate, in a move aimed at strengthening family ties. Employees are to be granted five days' bereavement leave when death occurs inside the UAE and eight days should it take place outside the country. Abdullah Al Zaabi, head of the…
The ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, has extended bereavement leave for government employees and university staff in the emirate. This change aims to strengthen family ties and provide more time for employees to be with their loved ones during periods of grief. Employees are now entitled to five days of bereavement leave if a close relative dies within the UAE, and eight days if the death occurs outside the country.
The eligible close relatives include grandparents, parents, uncles and aunts, siblings, spouses, children, nieces and nephews, and grandchildren. The decision reflects Sheikh Dr Sultan's deep respect for family values and community well-being. Khalfan Ahmed, a 40-year-old Emirati resident of Sharjah, expressed his appreciation for the compassionate decision, stating that it recognizes the importance of family support during such difficult times.
The extended leave period offers employees "the time and peace of mind they need during such a difficult period."
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