Abu Dhabi police are dealing with thousands of calls and texts every day. That’s the message from the Head of the Operations department, who says they have dealt with 2 million calls in the last nine months alone. The police say they're happy to receive alerts in several different ways. They’re particularly proud of their text messaging service, 5999, for people with special needs.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan approves second AED 1.5bn economic incentives package
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has approved an additional AED 1.5 billion support package for Dubai’s business sector.
Tow truck driver dies during unloading accident in Dubai
Dubai Police are urging recovery vehicle operators to follow strict safety procedures following the death of a tow truck driver in an unloading accident.
Dubai renames street after historic landmark
Dubai has renamed Al Faghi Street in Al Khawaneej to Sheikh Zayed Farm Street, in recognition of its historic role in the UAE’s Union story.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed pardons 836 prisoners
As many as 836 prisoners of various nationalities will be released from Dubai's correctional facilities ahead of Eid Al Adha.
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