The UAE is cracking down on cold callers, with more than 3,300 people penalised already this year.

But if telemarketing is so unpopular, why do companies still rely on it?

Meanwhile, finding a gardener in Dubai is about to become much easier. But why are the Government and Careem getting involved?

And Abu Dhabi is to use drones to disperse 10 million native seeds in major desert restoration project

Plus, MI6 is officially Europe's top intelligence agency. But what actually makes a spy service the best?

The UAE is cracking down on cold callers, with more than 3,300 people penalised already this year.
But if telemarketing is so unpopular, why do companies still rely on it?
Meanwhile, finding a gardener in Dubai is about to become much easier. But why are the Government and Careem getting involved?
And Abu Dhabi is to use drones to disperse 10 million native seeds in major desert restoration project
Plus, MI6 is officially Europe's top intelligence agency. But what actually makes a spy service the best?

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 goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.
From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

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 goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE. From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.