The Ministry of Education is drafting a new code of conduct, which defines the rights and duties of teachers. Once approved, the code will be applicable to all teachers in public and private schools following the ministry's curriculum. It covers aspects such as recruitment, technical competence, administrative responsibilities as well as students’ safety. The ministry has stressed that the initiative is part of plans to ensure transparency and stability in schools.
Free parking in Dubai this Friday
Public parking in Dubai, excluding multi-level terminals, will be free of charge on Friday, August 28 — the public holiday to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH).
UAE scraps homework for some public school students
Public schools students from Kindergarten to Grade 2 will not be given homework in the new academic year.
Sheikh Abdullah reaffirms UAE's support for Lebanon
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has affirmed the UAE's full support with Lebanon in a phone call with Lebanese Prime Minister Dr. Nawaf Salam.
UAE strongly condemns attacks on Nigeria villages
The UAE has strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Nigeria's central Niger State that saw dozens killed and kidnapped.
