Authorities fined 42 domestic worker recruitment offices in the first half of the year for violating labor laws. Most offences involved failing to refund employers within the required two-week period when workers left. This crackdown aims to improve sector standards.
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The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) penalized 42 recruitment offices during a nationwide campaign to enforce regulations. A total of 135 offences were recorded across these companies.
The most common violation involved money. Out of the 135 breaches, 106 cases were due to agencies failing to issue refunds. When a domestic worker absconds or is returned to the agency, the law mandates a full or partial refund to the employer within two weeks.
This enforcement action signals stricter oversight of the domestic labor market. For employers hiring maids, nannies, or gardeners, it means recruitment agencies must adhere to financial obligations more strictly.
If you are hiring domestic staff, ensure your contract clearly outlines the refund policy. Keep records of all payments to facilitate claims if the worker leaves early. Read the full report at the source for more details.
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