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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier, addressing a labour market reform forum at Emancipation Park, in New Kingston, on Wednesday , May 21. The event was part of activities to mark Workers Week 2014, and to discuss the impending flexi work legislation.
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier, addressing a labour market reform forum at Emancipation Park, in New Kingston, on Wednesday , May 21. The event was part of activities to mark Workers Week 2014, and to discuss the impending flexi work legislation.

Increased Productivity Strategy for Economic Growth – Labour Minister

Jamaicans are being urged to regard increased productivity as a strategy for economic recovery, expansion and creation of new enterprises, and creation of jobs. Speaking at a panel discussion on Labour Market Reform, held at Emancipation Park, in New Kingston,...
Labour and Security Minister, Hon. Derrick Kellier says legislation for flexible work arrangements, is a key part of the country’s economic growth agenda.
Labour and Security Minister, Hon. Derrick Kellier says legislation for flexible work arrangements, is a key part of the country’s economic growth agenda.

Labour Ministry Prepares To Roll Out Flexi-Time Education Campaign
Chief Technical Director at the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Errol Miller brought greetings at the National Workers’ Week and Labour Day Thanksgiving Church Service held on May 18 at the Covenant Moravian Church, on Molynes Road, in Kingston.
Chief Technical Director at the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Errol Miller brought greetings at the National Workers’ Week and Labour Day Thanksgiving Church Service held on May 18 at the Covenant Moravian Church, on Molynes Road, in Kingston.

Businesses Urged To Improve Efficiency Under Flexi-Time Regime
Trade Unionist and Head of the Hugh Lawson Shearer trade Union Education Institute (HLSTUEI), Danny Roberts called on workers to reflect on the contributions made by labourers of the 1938 labour unrest and its significance for the future of Jamaica’s labour relations as the nation celebrates Workers’ Week, May 18-23.
Trade Unionist and Head of the Hugh Lawson Shearer trade Union Education Institute (HLSTUEI), Danny Roberts called on workers to reflect on the contributions made by labourers of the 1938 labour unrest and its significance for the future of Jamaica’s labour relations as the nation celebrates Workers’ Week, May 18-23.

Jamaicans Urged To Participate In Forum on Flexi Work
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier (right), accepts a book from Author, Dr. Habib Chamoun Nicolas (second left), during the official opening ceremony of the Jamaica Employers
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier (right), accepts a book from Author, Dr. Habib Chamoun Nicolas (second left), during the official opening ceremony of the Jamaica Employers' Federation (JEF) 32nd Annual Business and Workplace Convention and Expo, held at the Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort and Spa in Ocho Rios, on May 8. The convention is being held from May 8 to 11 under the theme: 'Our agenda ...growth, development, partnership for prosperity'. Others (from left) are: Senior Specialist for Employer Activities, International Labour Organization (ILO) Anne Knowles; Chief Executive Officer of the JEF, Mrs. Brenda Cuthbert and President of the JEF, David Wan.

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Disabilities Council Disburses $3 Million in Economic Empowerment Grants

The Jamaica Council for Persons with Disabilities (JCPD) has disbursed more than $3 million, to 46 persons from the disabled community through its economic empowerment grant. Executive Director of JCPD, Christine Hendricks told JIS News that the grants are given to disabled persons who have, or are in the process of starting a business that will “facilitate economic development and...
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Labour Ministry Unveils Activities for Workers’ Week

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security has unveiled its slew of activities set for this year’s Workers’ Week, May 18-23. The week, themed: ‘Flexi-Work for Labour Market Reform and Sustainable Development’, will focus on the flexi-work Bill that is now before Parliament for approval. Director of the Child Labour Unit in the Labour Ministry and member of the National...
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Labour Day Focus on Portmore Climate Change Park

A beautification and upgrading exercise will begin at the Climate Change Park in Portmore on Labour Day, May 23. The park, situated in front of the Portmore Mall, has been selected as the National Labour Day Project. This year Labour Day is being celebrated under the theme, “Take a Stand…Beautify our Land”. Work at the park will involve the bushing...
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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier (second left) listens as teacher at Immaculate Conception High School, Stacey Robinson explains aspects of their improvement project, while members of the team look on during the inaugural staging of the Jamaica Productivity Centre’s (JPC) Secondary Schools’ Productivity Improvement Project at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in Kingston on May 7. Immaculate Conception High copped the first place in the competition. Their project focused on conservation of tissue, water and electricity in their school. The Secondary Schools’ Productivity Improvement Project aimed to expose students to the concept of continuous improvement, in an effort to raise their level of understanding of productivity. The programme taught students and teachers about the concept of continuous improvement and apply it to their school environment over 11 weeks.
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Students Urged To Pay Keen Attention To Productivity

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier is urging students to take the issue of productivity improvement seriously as this will assist them with transitioning from school to work. “In the future, it is qualitative productivity improvement that will determine whether you as members of the succeeding generation lead or follow; rise to the top; sink to the...
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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier (left) and Executive Member, Jamaica Baptist Women’s Federation, Marine Cunningham (second left) accept a cheque valued $250,000 from operators of Gebbers Farm in Washington, USA, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Grandy during a presentation ceremony at the Ministry’s North Street offices in Kingston today (May 6). The money will be used to carry out repairs at the Garland Hall Memorial Children’s Home in Anchovy, St. James. The Garland Hall Memorial Children’s Home is a privately-run orphanage for youngsters who have been made vulnerable either through family death, deprivation, abuse or negligence and are being cared for by persons associated with the Baptist Church. It caters to children aged two to18 years old. The Grandy’s are in the island to recruit additional farm workers to complement Jamaicans already employed on their farm.
Labour

Garland Hall Memorial Children’s Home to Get Facelift

The Garland Hall Memorial Children’s Home in Anchovy, St. James has received $250,000 to carry out repairs at the facility. The money was donated by the owners and operators of Gebbers Farm in Washington, in the United States, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Grandy, who are presently in the island to recruit additional farm workers to complement Jamaicans already employed on...
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Household Workers Union Lauds Labour Minister

The Jamaica Household Workers Union is in full support of a recent call made by Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier, for household workers to be protected under the Factories Act. In an interview with JIS News, President of the Jamaica Household Workers Union, Shirley Pryce, lauded the Minister for his continued efforts in making representation for...
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Labour and Social Security Minister, Hon. Derrick Kellier (3rd left), peruses material at the opening of a two-day Middle Managers Conference, held at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, New Kingston, on Tuesday (April 29) with (from left): Director of organizers, Make Your Mark Consultants, Evon Lloyd; Chief Executive Officer, Jacqueline Coke-Lloyd; Jamaica National Building Society (JNBS) Internal Audit Executive, Tonya Grant; Jamaica Observer executive, Paul Allen; Pastor, Transformed Life hurch, Joan Fletcher; and HEART Trust/NTA Senior Director, Kevin Mullings. Mr. Kellier was guest speaker at the opening ceremony. The conference was held under the theme: ‘Middle Managers: The Heart and Hub of Enterprise’.
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Government Committed to Private Sector Partnerships – Labour Minister

Labour and Social Security Minister, Hon. Derrick Kellier, says the Government remains committed to creating the environment that will accommodate private sector input in helping to secure sustained economic growth for Jamaica. This, he argues, will contribute to raising private sector confidence, resulting in more investments by stakeholders, as well as their engagement in research and development, and innovations, which...
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