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Was the UAE government right to wave the midday working ban for companies working on the metro project?
No. The welfare of workers comes first and I can’t believe the government would compromise this.
82%
No. The workers come first, but I understand the government wanting to finish on time.
10%
Yes. But in this situation firms should make it optional if labourers want to work during the ban.
4%
Yes. Finishing the metro on time is much more important than the health of labourers.
5%
When you are employing someone what do you look out for most during the interview - intelligence, loyalty, commitment..?
The most important thing is intelligence - someone who can bring new insights, and think differently
24%
Hard work, and commitment.Someone who is bright, but lazy, can demotivate the rest of the staff.
27%
Someone who fits into the team is the most important thing - it is all about personality.
24%
Experience - the right background, worked for the right companies, the right universities... is key.
26%
Does your company implement reduced Ramadan working hours, or do expect to continue to work as normal?
Yes, my company is very strict on Ramadan working hours, and expects people to leave on time.
14%
Sometimes we work a little longer, but mostly we leave early as per the government guidelines.
21%
Muslims are allowed to work Ramadan hours, but those not fasting are expected to work normally.
36%
We completely ignore Ramadan working hours. We have a job to do and business to get done.
29%
With Ramadan coming do you think non-Muslim expatriates in the Middle East fully understand the meaning of the holy month?
Yes, for the most part expatriates understand what it's about, and are sensitive during this period.
23%
Long-time expatriates are, but people who have just arrived can lack sensitivity or awareness.
42%
No. Understanding of Islam should be part of a residency test for anyone wanting to live here.
10%
No. I sometimes wonder whether even Muslims appreciate the religious significance of the holy month.
25%
Is your business suffering more this summer than last year? Or is it business as usual despite the financial crisis?
Better than business as usual - we're rushed off our feet, and can't handle the uptick in demand.
8%
Business as normal - we're quieter, but no quieter than last summer. Basically we're on track.
12%
A little quieter. There's less business around, but there's enough to keep us ticking over.
29%
Business has fallen off a cliff. This is much worse than expected, we may not survive the summer.
52%
House prices are showing signs of stabilising. Is this good for the economy, or do you think prices should fall further?
It's a great thing. Cities across the Mideast need real estate to be thriving to spark back to life.
5%
Prices need to stabilise, not rise. The cost of living was an impediment to real economic growth.
12%
It would be better if prices continued to fall gently. Too fast, and economic damage could be done.
19%
Please let prices fall 20% plus. Yes it will hurt, but the region will be stronger in the long term.
63%

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