NYE: Trucks banned from entering Abu Dhabi city

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Heavy vehicles and some buses will be banned from entering Abu Dhabi city on New Year's Eve.

The restrictions will be in place for 24 hours, running from 7:00 am on Friday, December 31 until Saturday, January 1.

Trucks and 50-seat buses transporting workers will be prohibited from entering Abu Dhabi Island during this period.

However, logistics and general cleaning company vehicles are exempted.

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