
The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment — a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you.
Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley and Katie Chambers goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision-makers, analysts and local experts, finding out how the news impacts those of us living in the UAE.
From AI to aerospace, from careers to climate change, The Agenda covers the stories shaping your world. We dive into breaking news, tech trends, scientific breakthroughs, work and wealth - tackling the big issues with insightful interviews and thoughtful commentary.
Whether it’s neighbourhood issues or national debates, we want to hear from you.
While most of us were ringing in the New Year, some HR managers in the UAE were quietly sweating.
From 1 January 2026, a new Emiratisation target kicked in: private sector companies with 50 or more employees must ensure Emiratis hold at least 8% of skilled roles.
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Georgia Tolley is a senior broadcaster and journalist with more than 20 years' experience presenting, producing, and reporting for leading international media organisations across the world.
Now based in Dubai, she is the host of The Agenda on Dubai Eye 103.8 FM - a flagship current affairs programme known for its dynamic interviews with policymakers, business leaders, and community voices from across the UAE and beyond.
Since moving to the UAE in 2014, Georgia has covered many of the country's most significant stories - tracking the UAE’s emergence as a global centre for innovation, trade, and diplomacy. Her reporting continues to reflect the country’s evolving role on the world stage.
Prior to relocating to the Middle East, Georgia spent more than a decade at the BBC in London, where she reported for national and international audiences, reporting on a regular basis for the BBC World Service..
Georgia has a passion for meeting new people and believes that behind every person, there's a powerful story - you just need to ask the right questions.
You can listen to The Agenda with Georgia Tolley every weekday from 10am to 1pm.
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