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Hi Dubai
5 days ago
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Judicial Authority Releases 2024 Annual Report Highlighting Major Progress and Efficiency Gains
H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, unveiled the Dubai Judicial Authority's 2024 annual report, showcasing significant advancements in judicial performance, service delivery, and governance. The report consolidates data from all Dubai judicial entities—including Dubai Courts, the Public Prosecution, and the Judicial Inspection Authority—demonstrating improvements in operational efficiency, transparency, and strategic development. It supports the leadership's vision of positioning Dubai as a global model for swift justice and robust rule of law. Key achievements include the launch of online services for judicial members, adoption of judicial career paths, and approval of the 2024–2026 strategic plan. The judiciary's strength grew by 17%, reaching 429 members, while training programs delivered 978 hours to 385 staff, reinforcing professional development. Judicial operations recorded impressive figures: Dubai Courts issued over 19,000 rulings, conducted 21,000 remote hearings, and processed more than 1.5 million smart requests—up from 856,000 in 2023—highlighting public uptake of digital services. Case settlements reached AED36.2 billion, with civil case resolutions covering 97.58% of filings. Enforcement requests achieved a 100% completion rate, and funds disbursed through the Al Khair Courts initiative increased by 36.5%. The Public Prosecution handled 40,894 criminal cases and intervened in over 1,000 non-criminal matters, maintaining high accuracy and timely execution rates. The Judicial Inspection Authority enhanced oversight, increasing inspection reports by 18% and addressing 250 complaints. This comprehensive report reflects Dubai's commitment to an effective, transparent judicial system aligned with its broader goals for sustainable development and international leadership in justice. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Gulf Insider
26-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Dubai Implements New Workplace Rules for Government Employees
Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued Decision No. (4) of 2025 approving operational procedures for the Central Violations Committee and the Grievances Committee under the Financial Audit Authority in Dubai. The First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance of the UAE issued the decision in his capacity as Chairman of the Financial Audit Authority. The operational procedures apply to employees and senior officials, including CEOs and those in higher executive positions of entities within the Authority's purview, the Dubai Media Office said in a statement. Maktoum bin Mohammed issues a Decision approving the operational procedures for the Central Violations Committee and the Grievances Committee under the Financial Audit Authority in Dubai. The Decision ensures that disciplinary penalties are fair and proportionate to the offence,… — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 25, 2025 The Decision ensures disciplinary penalties are proportionate to offences through objective and impartial procedures designed to protect employee rights and reinforce accountability. The measures seek to protect public funds and ensure employees comply with workplace regulations whilst offering them the right to appeal decisions affecting their legal status or job conditions. The framework promotes fairness, job satisfaction, and stability in work environments across covered entities. The Decision stipulates who can serve on the Central Violations Committee, its responsibilities, and procedures for addressing financial and administrative violations. Clear criteria for disciplinary penalties ensure investigations remain objective and allow employees to provide written statements in their defence. The regulations prohibit multiple penalties for the same offence and require penalties to be proportionate to violation severity. All disciplinary action must be justifiable and limited to penalties allowed by law. The Decision outlines the scope and powers of the Grievances Committee and establishes a 15 working day deadline for employees to submit grievances from the date they receive notification of contested decisions. Grievances submitted after this period will be considered invalid. Both employees and entities concerned must comply with Grievances Committee rulings. Entities must enforce rulings and inform the Financial Audit Authority once implementation is complete. The Decision requires both committees to maintain confidentiality of all sessions, discussions, records, and information. Disclosures are permitted only with approval from the Director General of the Financial Audit Authority and when serving the public interest. The Financial Audit Authority will provide administrative and technical support to both committees to help fulfil their designated legal duties. This support operates pursuant to provisions of Law No. (4) of 2018, under which the Authority was established, and the newly promulgated Decision. The measures apply to all entities falling within the Financial Audit Authority's jurisdiction in Dubai. Also Read: Dubai Launches First Tokenised Real Estate Investment Platform
Hi Dubai
26-05-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Maktoum bin Mohammed Approves New Procedures for Financial Audit Authority Committees in Dubai
H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Financial Audit Authority and First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, has issued Decision No. (4) of 2025 to regulate the operational procedures of the Central Violations Committee and the Grievances Committee within the Authority. The new procedures apply to employees and senior executives, including CEOs, of entities overseen by the Financial Audit Authority. They are designed to ensure disciplinary penalties are fair, proportional, and transparent while safeguarding employee rights and reinforcing accountability. The decision outlines clear roles and responsibilities for the Central Violations Committee, which addresses financial and administrative violations. It emphasizes objective investigations, the right of employees to submit written defenses, and prohibits multiple penalties for the same offense. Penalties must be legally justified and matched to the violation's severity. The Grievances Committee's authority and procedures are also defined, including a 15-working-day deadline for employees to file grievances after notification of contested decisions. Late submissions are invalid. Both employees and entities must comply with the Committee's rulings, which the entity must enforce and report back to the Authority. Confidentiality is a priority, with all committee sessions and records kept private unless disclosure is approved by the Financial Audit Authority's Director General for public interest reasons. To support these committees, the Financial Audit Authority will provide administrative and technical assistance, in line with Law No. (4) of 2018, under which the Authority operates. This decision aims to protect public funds, ensure compliance with workplace regulations, and foster a fair, stable work environment across Dubai's public sector. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Dubai Eye
20-05-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
New decision safeguards whistleblowers in Dubai's public sector
Public employees in Dubai who report financial or administrative violations will be legally protected under a new initiative to strengthen financial oversight and protect whistleblowers. His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister has issued a new decision in his capacity as Chairman of the Financial Audit Authority. Decision No. 2 of 2025 ensures whistleblowers can report wrongdoing or cooperate with the Financial Audit Authority without fear of retaliation. It also safeguards their employment and guarantees confidentiality throughout the investigation process. Issued under Law No. 4 of 2018, the ruling applies to all employees within entities overseen by the Authority, and aims to strengthen financial transparency and protect public funds. Employees are encouraged to provide testimony or submit reports of misconduct, with strict rules in place to maintain privacy and prevent the misuse of sensitive information. The measure is a key step in promoting accountability and reinforcing the financial and administrative integrity of Dubai. Maktoum bin Mohammed issues Decision to protect public employees who report or disclose information related to financial or administrative violations, or who cooperate with the Financial Audit Authority in Dubai. — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 20, 2025
Al Etihad
20-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Maktoum bin Mohammed issues decision to protect public employees who report financial or administrative violations
20 May 2025 17:50 DUBAI (WAM)In his capacity as Chairman of the Financial Audit Authority, H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, has issued Decision No. (2) of 2025 regarding the protection of public employees who report or disclose information related to financial or administrative violations, or who cooperate with the Financial Audit Authority in Decision is issued pursuant to Law No. (4) of 2018 on the establishment of the Financial Audit Authority and its amendments, and applies to employees of entities overseen by the Decision aims to safeguard public funds and uphold the financial and economic integrity of the Emirate. It enables employees to report financial and administrative violations, as defined by Law, and to provide testimony during investigations conducted by the Financial Audit Authority in Dubai, without being subject to any form of pressure. The measure supports the effective detection and disclosure of such Decision also aims to safeguard the employment status of whistleblowers who submit reports or provide testimony during administrative investigations conducted by the Authority. It defines the procedures and conditions for requesting protection and establishes the legal and procedural frameworks necessary to encourage employees to report violations within entities under the Authority's provisions of the Decision apply to employees of entities under the Financial Audit Authority in Dubai whose reports or statements regarding violations are accepted by the Authority in accordance with the Law No. (4) of 2018. They also extend to employees requested to provide testimony during administrative investigations related to such the Decision, all reports submitted to the Authority are treated with strict confidentiality. Employees of the Financial Audit Authority in Dubai are strictly prohibited from disclosing, sharing, or revealing any data or information contained in these reports under any tasked with conducting administrative investigations must possess the necessary expertise relevant to the nature and procedures of such cases. They are also required to fully uphold the principle of confidentiality to ensure that whistleblowers are not exposed to any Director-General of the Financial Audit Authority in Dubai will issue the required decisions to implement this Decision. The Decision is effective from the date of its issuance and will be published in the Official Gazette.
