Employment Protection For Divorced And Widowed Women

Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, who also chairs the Supreme Committee for Investigating Kuwaiti Nationality, announced important decisions regarding women whose nationalities were revoked under Article 8 of the Kuwaiti Nationality Law. The move aims to mitigate the effects of recent amendments to the law on these women’s employment status and financial security.

Impact of Nationality Revocation on Women

In a statement released to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef confirmed that women whose nationalities were revoked will not lose their employment positions or salaries. This protection extends not only to women who have had their nationality revoked, but also to the wives of Kuwaiti citizens, as well as divorcees and widows who reside in Kuwait.

Continued Employment and Salaries

Despite changes in their nationality status, these women will be able to continue working in their current positions and will receive their usual salaries. The decision ensures that their professional lives remain unaffected by the legal changes in nationality status.

Retirement Benefits Protected

Additionally, Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef emphasized that retired women in similar circumstances will continue to receive their retirement pensions. This decision is designed to safeguard the financial stability of affected individuals and reduce the burden of recent legal amendments.

Recent Changes in Kuwaiti Citizenship Law

The Supreme Committee for Investigating Kuwaiti Citizenship held a meeting on Thursday, chaired by Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef. The committee made significant decisions, including the stripping of Kuwaiti citizenship from 1,758 individuals, a measure that is now pending referral to the Cabinet.

Government’s Approach to Citizenship Revocation

The Ministry of Interior's statement clarified that the decision was part of ongoing efforts to ensure the integrity of Kuwaiti nationality laws. The impact on women affected by these changes, however, has been addressed with the aforementioned protections.

Conclusion

Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef’s announcement ensures that women affected by nationality revocation can continue their professional lives without disruption. This decision reflects the government’s commitment to providing support and protection for individuals facing the impacts of legal changes.