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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 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

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Jamaica Household Workers Union to support collaboration in training, occupational safety, health awareness, and public education. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., announced the...
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
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange

Minister Encourages Jamaicans to Participate In Labour Day Activities
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, addresses the National Workers’ Week and Labour Day Thanksgiving Service, held at St. John
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, addresses the National Workers’ Week and Labour Day Thanksgiving Service, held at St. John's Methodist Church in Montego Bay, St. James, on Sunday (May 17).

Minister Grange Urges National Support for Labour Day

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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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A jobseeker completes an application form at a previous job fair hosted by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security.
LabourSocial Security

Ministry of Labour to Host Job Fair on April 23

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security will host a major job fair in St. Ann’s Bay on Thursday, April 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at its offices located at 4 Windsor Road. This initiative is part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to connect Jamaicans with diverse employment opportunities across multiple sectors, supporting both jobseekers and employers in...
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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (second left), in conversation with Director General of the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), Commander Alvin Gayle (right); President of the Jamaica Red Cross Society (JRCS), Allasandra Chung (second right), and Secretary-General of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), Jagan Chapagain. The interaction took place during the JRCS Hurricane Melissa Recovery Conference, held at the S Hotel in Kingston, on Tuesday (April 21).
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Minister Says Jamaica at Pivotal Stage of Recovery

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., says Jamaica is at a pivotal stage in its recovery from Hurricane Melissa, as the Government is transitioning from emergency response to sustained recovery and long-term resilience. Delivering the main address at the Jamaica Red Cross Society (JRCS) Hurricane Melissa Recovery Conference, held at the S Hotel in Kingston on...
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