Trader
Think you'll find that the DTT (Double Tax Treaty) between UAE and UK his being implemented this week.
Gulf News
Please excuse my ignorance here, but can you please explain the difference between 'length of service' and 'seniority'? If someone's been here longer, they're more senior, no?
Emma Royds
Yes you will, but conversely you'll be paid for sitting on your arse for a fortnight after each and every month.
Although not for many, at least this contract is a step in the right direction. It certainly offers more potential than what's currently available and if the final T&C's don't add up, don't take it. Either carry on complaining here or depart to all these marvellous contracts that are constantly being quoted. You still have to have the legal one in 7 and 2 in 14, even on the 28 day cycle. If they don't get enough uptakes, they'll either increase the package, scrub it or do it in reverse seniority.
My bet is 70-75% pay with commensurate reduction in accommodation allowance and Company Provident fund contributions. May tempt a few into a gentle retirement still.
Harry