Sharjah University's welcome move on maternity leave

A U.A.E. paper has said that Sharjah University has announced it will grant 60 days of paid maternity leave to its employees, a decision that is sure to bring cheer to any would-be mothers at the organisation. "The university's decision is a significant move", said 'The National' in its editorial on Wednesday. "Balancing the demands of motherhood and work is a difficult task, and working mothers deserve every support - from government and society - to cope with those challenges, which is why other employers should consider following the example of Sharjah University", concluded the paper.