Flexible work model introduced across ministries starting tomorrow

TDT | Manama

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The Civil Service Bureau has announced an update to its remote work policy, introducing revised attendance arrangements across all government entities, effective Sunday, April 5, 2026, and until further notice.

Under the new directive, in-office attendance will be limited to no more than 50% of the workforce. The move is aimed at enhancing operational flexibility across government departments while ensuring the continuity and efficiency of public services.

The updated framework allows individual government entities to determine which roles require physical presence, based on operational needs and public interest requirements. Exemptions will apply to sectors whose functions necessitate full on-site attendance.

The Civil Service Bureau emphasized the importance of coordination among government bodies to assess appropriate attendance levels and determine workplace arrangements according to job functions. The approach is designed to balance administrative efficiency with evolving operational demands.

In addition, the directive calls for strengthened emergency preparedness across all government workplaces. Entities have been instructed to strictly adhere to safety procedures, alarm systems, evacuation plans, and precautionary measures in coordination with the General Directorate of Civil Defense.