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Ajman: Introduces Heavy Fines for Illegal Fuel Truck Parking

10/10/202510/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Gulf News, 6 October 2025: Ajman authorities will begin enforcing new penalties from 7 October 2025 for fuel transport trucks parked outside designated areas, with fines ranging from AED5,000 to AED20,000.

The new regulation implements a three-tier penalty system: first offence: AED5,000 fine, second offence: AED10,000 fine and third offence: AED20,000 fine plus vehicle impoundment and potential public auction.

The Ajman Supreme Energy Committee will oversee enforcement and holds authority to suspend or cancel fuel trading permits for companies violating the rules.

Vehicles found in densely populated areas or positions deemed hazardous will face immediate removal at the owner’s expense.

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Abu Dhabi: Schools Required to Implement New Ethics Code

10/10/202510/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Gulf News, 5 October 2025: Abu Dhabi’s education regulator has introduced mandatory ethical standards for all schools under its supervision, establishing specific behaviours that teaching staff must follow.

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has outlined six core standards that schools must incorporate into their conduct codes, covering national identity, professional relationships, legal compliance, digital practices, community protection, and school safety.

Key requirements for educators include: fair treatment of all students and colleagues, prevention of discrimination in classrooms, mentoring of new teaching staff, obtaining proper permits for private tutoring, implementation of cybersecurity measures, reporting of suspected abuse cases and addressing academic dishonesty.

The standards mandate that teachers must respect diverse religious and cultural backgrounds while upholding Emirati values. Digital responsibility features prominently, with requirements for educators to teach students about online information verification and ethical AI usage.

Schools must also ensure staff participate in continuous professional development and engage in environmental and social initiatives.

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07/10/202510/10/2025
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UAE: Announces Nationwide Push for Local Inspectors and Regulators

03/10/202503/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Al Etihad, 24 September 2025: The United Arab Emirates has launched a comprehensive initiative to increase local employment in inspection and regulatory roles across both government and private sectors.

The programme focuses on recruiting and training Emirati nationals for supervisory positions in several key areas, including: Environmental monitoring and pollution control, Food safety and consumer protection, Occupational health and safety, Infrastructure project supervision and Market quality control.

Officials have confirmed that the initiative will implement specialised training programmes incorporating artificial intelligence and digital transformation technologies to prepare local candidates for inspection and monitoring roles.

The scheme requires new inspectors to undergo extensive field training and obtain scientific qualifications to handle major infrastructure and sustainable development projects. The programme includes continuous professional development to ensure inspectors can effectively use the latest technological tools.

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Sharjah: Police Launch Advanced Digital Fingerprint System for Criminal Cases

03/10/202503/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Gulf News, 25 September 2025: Sharjah Police have implemented a new digital fingerprinting system across their operations, replacing traditional methods with advanced biometric technology to enhance criminal investigations.

The MorphoBIS biometric identification system has been deployed across 12 units throughout Sharjah and its Central and Eastern regions, connecting directly to a central fingerprint database. All records are now maintained in a secure central criminal database.

The new system’s capabilities include: immediate suspect identification, rapid fingerprint comparison, forgery detection, electronic report generation, archive matching and case documentation.

Head of the Detainee Follow-up Branch reported that the system’s algorithms have enabled authorities to detect cases of forgery and impersonation within hours, with findings immediately forwarded to the Forensic Evidence Center.

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Dubai: Introduces Workforce Performance Measurement System

03/10/202503/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Gulf News, 29 September 2025: Dubai has launched a new workforce productivity measurement system across its government departments, to be implemented in phases under the supervision of the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR).

The initiative, established by Dubai Executive Council Decision No. 67/2025, introduces three key implementation phases. The first phase will focus on measuring service delivery against workforce size, analysing total salary costs, assessing actual working hours, and collecting related performance data. This will be followed by a second phase involving analysis of initial results, development of efficiency initiatives, and implementation of service improvements. The final phase will concentrate on system evaluation and performance assessment.

The resolution assigns specific responsibilities to government bodies. The Executive Council’s General Secretariat will identify and classify government services, provide technical support, and approve performance indicators.

The DGHR’s duties encompass system management and supervision, preparation of procedural guides, development of productivity indicators, and coordination with the finance department on budgets.

All government departments must follow prescribed timelines, provide workforce and budget data, submit regular performance reports, and implement recommended efficiency measures as part of their obligations under the new system.

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Abu Dhabi: Increases Penalties Tenfold for Farm-Based Crypto Mining

02/10/202502/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Khaleej Times, 30 September 2025: Abu Dhabi authorities have implemented strict measures against cryptocurrency mining on agricultural land, introducing fines of AED100,000 for violations, marking a significant increase from the previous year’s AED10,000 penalty.

The Agriculture and Food Safety Authority announced that repeat offenders will face double the fine amount, alongside additional sanctions, including service suspension and equipment confiscation. The new regulations target both farm owners and tenants found operating crypto mining operations on agricultural premises.

Officials have confirmed that farms found in breach of regulations will face immediate disconnection of electricity supplies and withdrawal of agricultural support programmes. The authority will also seize mining equipment and refer cases to relevant legal bodies for further action.

The crackdown follows the detection of multiple violations across farming establishments in the emirate. The strengthened penalties represent a 900 per cent increase from the 2024 regulations, reflecting authorities’ determination to prevent the misuse of agricultural land.

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UAE: Cabinet Approves Regional Industry Clusters and New Cybersecurity Policies

26/09/202526/09/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Khaleej Times, 17 September 2025: UAE government has approved a series of significant policy measures, including a new economic clusters initiative and comprehensive cybersecurity reforms.

The National Policy for Economic Clusters will establish industry-specific zones across the emirates, focusing on financial services, tourism, space, communications, and food sectors.

The Cabinet also endorsed new cybersecurity policies introducing unified information security standards and enhanced monitoring systems. The framework includes measures for risk management and rapid response protocols.

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UAE (Ras Al Khaimah): New Food Safety Monitoring Programme Launched for Home-Based Food Businesses

26/09/202526/09/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Khaleej Times, 20 September 2025: Local authorities have implemented a new food control programme to regulate safety standards for home-based food businesses in Ras Al Khaimah.

The programme establishes a risk-based regulatory framework that includes a comprehensive manual outlining minimum health and safety requirements specific to home licences. Field inspections will be conducted using a risk assessment system, with a graduated approach to enforcement starting with warnings before proceeding to fines.

The Food Control Department Director explained that the programme operates under current federal and local legislation, with clear roles defined for both regulators and licence holders.

The new regulatory system aims to ensure compliance while supporting the growth of home-based food enterprises through education and structured guidance. Officials have confirmed that enforcement will follow a staged approach, prioritising education and warnings before implementing penalties.

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Dubai: Introduces Direct Debit System for Property Service Charges

26/09/202526/09/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Khaleej Times, 18 September 2025: Dubai property owners can now pay their community service charges through the UAE Central Bank’s Direct Debit System (UAEDDS), offering an automated alternative to traditional payment methods.

The new system allows homeowners to set up recurring payments directly from their bank accounts or via credit and debit cards.

The paperless payment system operates under the UAE Central Bank’s regulatory framework, eliminating the need for cheques and physical documentation.

Property owners can access the service through Itihad Community Management, which has integrated the Central Bank’s direct debit infrastructure into its payment systems.

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