Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Labour and Social Development is reportedly planning to allow workers in the private sector to be employed by the hour and paid weekly, reports Gulf Business. The new system called “flexible work” will provide both the employee and the employer flexible work contracts based on employer needs. Employers will not need to provide paid leave, register the employee with the General Organisation of Social Insurance, provide them with medical insurance or pay after-service benefits; however employers would be required to ensure job security and vocational health for workers. The new system aims to boost the employment of Saudi workers.