29/04/2026
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29/04/2026
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KUWAIT CITY, April 29: Ministry of Health spokesman Dr. Abdullah Al-Sanad announced the reinstatement of regular leave and full resumption of surgical procedures in all health facilities, effective Sunday. In a press statement, Al-Sanad affirmed that the full resumption of surgeries is in line with the approved schedules and plans, reflecting the stability of performance indicators and the high efficiency of the health system. He also emphasized the continuous close monitoring of operational indicators to ensure readiness levels are maintained, as well as the rapid response to any development. He expressed his appreciation for the efforts of the medical and technical staff, who greatly contributed to the stability of the situation and ensured the uninterrupted provision of health services as per the highest standards.
Meanwhile, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) announced on Wednesday the resumption of normal official working hours in all government entities at the full 100 percent workforce, starting on Sunday, as per the decision of the Council of Ministers. In a statement on the ‘X’ platform, the CSC disclosed that during its meeting on Tuesday, the Cabinet issued a directive on raising workforce capacity to full attendance effective May 3, thereby restoring normal working hours without reductions, along with the resumption of evening shifts. It added that a circular was issued on Wednesday to all government entities about the return to full workforce level, reinstatement of evening work systems and resumption of standard official hours, including the seven-hour morning work schedule.
It stated that the circular mandates full compliance with the CSC regulations on official work, along with the amendments, and suspends the directives issued previously under the exceptional regional circumstances. It indicated that the circular also cancels post-Ramadan working hour adjustments and any provision conflicting with the Cabinet decision, reaffirming the full return to the regular official work system in government bodies. Moreover, the Ministry of Education affirmed its readiness to resume in-person learning at all high schools (Grades 10, 11 and 12) starting May 3. In a press statement, the ministry pointed out that this step is in compliance with the decision of the Cabinet based on a comprehensive plan for the safe and regular resumption of in-person classes in high schools.
The ministry added that it will soon announce the organizational and administrative aspects of the resumption of in-person learning, along with an integrated plan for all academic levels, taking into consideration the current circumstances and whatever was achieved during the online classes. This is within the preparedness framework of the ministry, confirming the field and technical readiness, as well the commitment to ensure an organized resumption of in-person learning at high schools in the interest of the students and to guarantee the provision a safe and stable educational environment.
The ministry urged the parents and educational and administrative staff to closely follow up on decisions and instructions through the official channels and avoid rumors or inaccurate information. It affirmed that it is working hard to make plans compatible with the nature of transition phases through the development of evaluation mechanisms and educational support programs. Earlier, the Cabinet decided to resume in-person education at high schools effective Sunday, after the suspension of almost two months due to security and military developments in the country and the entire region.
By Marwa Al-Bahrawi Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff and Agencies
