Labour ministry announces three-day paid Eid Al-Adha holiday for private sector employees
DOHA: The Ministry of Labour has announced a three-day paid Eid Al-Adha holiday for private sector employees.
It noted that working during the holiday requires applying the provisions for overtime and allowances stipulated in Article (74) of the Labour Law.
The Ministry also extended its congratulations to employees and employers on this occasion.
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