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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., makes his contribution to the 2026/27 sectoral debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 19).
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., makes his contribution to the 2026/27 sectoral debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 19).

Labour Ministry Advances Future of Work Agenda Built on Four Major Pillars

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security is advancing a comprehensive Future of Work Agenda built on four major pillars. These include modernising labour policy for the digital economy, establishing fair and flexible standards for remote work, expanding inclusion for...
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., makes his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 19).
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., makes his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 19).

New Task Force Being Established to Safeguard BPO Workers and Practices
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., makes his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives, on May 19.
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., makes his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives, on May 19.

Labour Ministry Signs MOU with Jamaica Household Workers Union on Training
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., makes his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 19).
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., makes his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 19).

Gov’t Embarking on Phase II of ROOFS Programme
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, addresses the St. James Municipal Corporation
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, addresses the St. James Municipal Corporation's monthly meeting on May 14.

Rose Heights Community Centre Designated St. James Labour Day Parish Project

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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, addresses the National Workers’ Week and Labour Day Thanksgiving Service, held at St. John
CultureLabour Day 2026

Minister Grange Urges National Support for Labour Day

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, is calling for national support for Labour Day 2026, with a focus on restoring sports, early-childhood, and community facilities impacted by Hurricane Melissa. She emphasises that the national effort will require volunteerism, unity, and a shared commitment to rebuilding stronger, more resilient community spaces, especially with the hurricane season approaching....
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Senior Superintendent of Police and Director of the Law Enforcement Torch Run, Stephanie Lindsay, speaks at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, on Monday, May 18.
Labour

Workers Hailed for Their Contribution to National Development

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., has lauded Jamaican workers for their continued contribution to national development as the country observes Workers’ Week from May 17 to 25. He said workers across all sectors remain central to Jamaica’s progress, noting that their daily service continues to impact lives and strengthen communities. “Heartfelt thanks to our Jamaican...
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Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, addresses a recent meeting of the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC).
Labour Day 2026Local Government

KSAMC to Spruce Up Franklin Town Primary, Sir William Grant Monument on Labour Day

The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) will undertake work at the Franklin Town Primary School and Sir William Grant Monument on Labour Day, Monday, May 25, 2026. Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, made the disclosure during Tuesday’s (May 12) meeting of the KSAMC, downtown Kingston. He said that the projects are also in observance of Africa Day,...
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Chief Technical Director in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Gillian Corrodus.
Labour

Workers’ Week 2026 Being Observed From May 17-25

Workers’ Week 2026 will be observed from May 17 to 25 under the theme ‘Voices Heard: Shaping Labour Policies in an Evolving Labour Market’. The week of activities will place workers at the centre of policy development, ensuring their voices help shape the future of work in Jamaica. Chief Technical Director in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Gillian...
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