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UAE companies brace for impact of nine-hour limits on driving

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“UAE companies brace for impact of nine-hour limits on driving”

Rules banning drivers from being behind the wheel for more than nine hours a day have been welcomed as a step forward for road safety and work-life balance. The regulations, to take effect from January 1, could reduce fatigue and allow drivers to have more of a life outside their job, according to transport analysts. While beneficial for safety, the rules may also cause upheaval for drivers and transport companies, as longer shifts have until now been common. “We welcome this new set of…

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