Entertainment activities put on hold effective immediately in Dubai

Dubai Tourism has announced that all entertainment activities and permits issued will be on hold effective immediately from Thursday, January 21.

This comes after the emirate’s tourism authority issued more than 200 violations of non-compliance with guidelines.

According to a tweet by the Dubai Media Office, around 20 establishments have also closed down for failing to comply with safety protocols.

Dubai Tourism has clarified that it will continue to evaluate the situation with health authorities.

More details to follow.

To ensure public health and safety, all entertainment permits issued will be on hold effective immediately. @dubaitourism will continue to evaluate the progress with the health authorities.

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) January 21, 2021