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Mayor of Portmore, Councillor Leon Thomas (left), plants a tree along George Lee Boulevard during Labour Day activities in the municipality in 2023. Looking on are other volunteers and members of the surrounding communities.
Mayor of Portmore, Councillor Leon Thomas (left), plants a tree along George Lee Boulevard during Labour Day activities in the municipality in 2023. Looking on are other volunteers and members of the surrounding communities.

Portmore Residents to Work Along George Lee Boulevard on Labour Day

Residents of Portmore, St. Catherine, are being urged to come out in their numbers to participate in the Labour Day project for the municipality, which will involve painting and other improvements along George Lee Boulevard. Mayor of Portmore, Councillor Leon...
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, displays a Labour Day poster while speaking during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the Agency’s Television Department in Kingston. Labour Day 2025 will be observed on Friday, May 23, under the theme ‘Protect the Environment: Our Land, Our Duty, Our Future’ and the slogan ‘Jamaica Nice, Protect Wi Paradise’.
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, displays a Labour Day poster while speaking during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the Agency’s Television Department in Kingston. Labour Day 2025 will be observed on Friday, May 23, under the theme ‘Protect the Environment: Our Land, Our Duty, Our Future’ and the slogan ‘Jamaica Nice, Protect Wi Paradise’.

Jamaicans Encouraged to Engage in Environmental Protection on Labour Day
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.

Labour Ministry Targets Completion of Osh Bill This Year
Picture of woman smiling while holding a paint brush
Picture of woman smiling while holding a paint brush

PCOA Will Beautify its Grounds on Labour Day
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., presents a gift basket to centenarian, Mollie Berkley, during a visit to her home in Liguanea, St. Andrew, on Tuesday (May 20). The visit was a part of activities marking National Centenarians’ Day. Sharing the moment is Executive Director, National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC), Cassandra Morrison.
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., presents a gift basket to centenarian, Mollie Berkley, during a visit to her home in Liguanea, St. Andrew, on Tuesday (May 20). The visit was a part of activities marking National Centenarians’ Day. Sharing the moment is Executive Director, National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC), Cassandra Morrison.

Seniors Celebrated on National Centenarians’ Day

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Labour Ministry Ensuring an Inclusive Work Environment

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security continues work to ensure full and meaningful participation of persons with disabilities in the workplace as an essential pillar of inclusive growth and development. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., said the Ministry has been steadfast in its agenda to facilitate an inclusive work environment. “At the Ministry, we have designed an Accessibility...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia “Babsy” Grange, addresses a JIS Think Tank on Friday, May 16, where she gave an update on planned activities for Workers’ Week 2025.
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Emphasis on Workforce Resilience During Workers’ Week

Workers’ Week 2025 is being celebrated May 18 to 23, under the theme ‘Transforming Jamaica’s Workforce for Greater Resilience and Sustainable Development’. This annual celebration recognises the dedication, resilience, and contributions of Jamaican workers, while reflecting on the nation’s labour history. Addressing a JIS Think Tank, on Friday, May 16, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia “Babsy”...
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Chairman of the St. James Municipal Corporation, Councillor Richard Vernon (second left), hands over a token to deacon Jospeh Kerr (fourth left), during the Workers’ Week Thanksgiving Church Service at the Burchell Baptist Church in Montego Bay, St. James, on Sunday, May 18. Joining in the moment is Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Heroy Clarke (left); Custos Rotulorum for St. James, Bishop Conrad Pitkin (fourth right); Deputy Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Dwight Crawford (third right); councillors and other stakeholders.
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Charles Gordon Market Chosen as Labour Day Parish Project

The St. James Municipal Corporation will invest $7.7 million in community driven environmental projects for this year's Labour Day on May 23, with a major focus on the Charles Gordon Market. Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, made the disclosure during the Workers’ Week Thanksgiving Church Service held at the Burchell Baptist Church in Montego Bay, on Sunday (May...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (second left), joined by (from left) State Minister in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn; Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding; and Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, participate in praise and worship during Sunday’s (May 18) National Workers
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Gov’t Committed to Upholding the Rights of Workers

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding Jamaica's international obligations to protect and promote the rights of every worker. “We are advancing inclusive policies that empower our youth, uplift our women and create a space for persons with disabilities and honouring the lifelong contribution of our citizens,” said State Minister in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Dr....
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange makes a point while speaking at a Jamaica Information Service Think Tank held on Friday (May 16) at the Agency’s Television Department in Kingston. Labour Day 2025 will be observed on Friday, May 23, 2025, under the theme, ‘Protect the Environment: Our Land, Our Duty, Our Future,’ with the slogan, ‘Jamaica Nice, Protect Wi Paradise.’
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Preparatory Work Started on Labour Day Project in Clarendon

Preparatory work has begun at the Mason River Environmental and Research Park in Clarendon, the designated site selected as the National Labour Day project. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange made the announcement during a Jamaica Information Service Think Tank held on Friday (May 16) at the Agency’s Television Department in Kingston. Labour Day 2025 will...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange displays a Labour Day poster while speaking at a Jamaica Information Service Think Tank held on Friday (May 16), at the Agency’s Television Department in Kingston. Labour Day 2025 will be observed on Friday, May 23, 2025, under the theme, ‘Protect the Environment: Our Land, Our Duty, Our Future,’ with the slogan, ‘Jamaica Nice, Protect Wi Paradise.’
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Jamaicans Encouraged to Register Their Projects for Labour Day

Jamaicans are being encouraged to register their projects for Labour Day 2025. Labour Day 2025 will be observed on Friday, May 23, 2025, under the theme, ‘Protect the Environment: Our Land, Our Duty, Our Future,’ with the slogan, ‘Jamaica Nice, Protect Wi Paradise.’ Persons or groups can register their projects by visiting the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) website at www.jis.gov.jm....
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Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.
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Jamaicans Encouraged to Take Part in Workers’ Week Activities

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., is encouraging Jamaicans to participate in the upcoming Workers’ Week 2025 activities. Workers’ Week will be celebrated from May 18 to 23 under the theme ‘Transforming Jamaica’s Workforce for Greater Resilience and Sustainable Development’. Addressing the Jamaica Employers’ Federation (JEF) 41st Annual Business and Workplace Convention on May 15 at...
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