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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., addresses the launch of the Social Protection for Increased Resilience and Opportunity (SPIRO) Project, at the ROK Hotel in downtown Kingston on Wednesday (November 20).
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., addresses the launch of the Social Protection for Increased Resilience and Opportunity (SPIRO) Project, at the ROK Hotel in downtown Kingston on Wednesday (November 20).

Government Launches SPIRO Project to Strengthen Social Protection Programmes

The Government, in collaboration with the World Bank, launched the Social Protection for Increased Resilience and Opportunity (SPIRO) Project on Wednesday (November 20). The six-year initiative aims to strengthen Jamaica’s social protection programmes and systems to improve the population’s resilience,...
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.

Occupational Safety and Health Bill a Priority – Minister Charles Jr.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security and Member of Parliament for St. Mary South Eastern, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security and Member of Parliament for St. Mary South Eastern, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn.

Gov’t Remains Steadfast in Enhancing Jamaica’s Healthcare Facilities
Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, addresses the monthly meeting of the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) on October 8 at the entity’s downtown Kingston offices.
Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, addresses the monthly meeting of the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) on October 8 at the entity’s downtown Kingston offices.

KSAMC Stages Wellness Day of Care for the Homeless on October 10
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (left), is in discussion with Chairperson of the Digicel Foundation, Joy Clarke (centre) and Chief Executive Officer of the organisation, Charmaine Daniels (right), during the recent launch of the Foundation’s 2023/2024 annual report at the organisation’s downtown Kingston offices.
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (left), is in discussion with Chairperson of the Digicel Foundation, Joy Clarke (centre) and Chief Executive Officer of the organisation, Charmaine Daniels (right), during the recent launch of the Foundation’s 2023/2024 annual report at the organisation’s downtown Kingston offices.

Minister Charles Jr. Hails Digicel Foundation for Contribution to Special Needs Children

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Labour and Social Security Ministry Advises that Telephone and Internet Services Down at the NIS, 18 Ripon Road

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security is advising members of the public that telephone lines and internet services at our National Insurance Scheme (NIS) Office, located at 18 Ripon Road, Kingston, are currently down. As such, NIS pensioners and other customers will be unable to contact us by telephone. In addition, we will be unable to deliver some services...
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Labour Ministry Issues Scam Alert

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security advises all members of the public to be vigilant against messages circulating via text message (SMS) and on WhatsApp, informing recipients to apply online to this Ministry for a “NATIONAL ASSISTANCE FUND” from the Government of Jamaica. These messages are false: there is no “NATIONAL ASSISTANCE FUND”. If you receive such a message...
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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. presents Gloria Facey with the Distinguished Senior Citizen Award, at the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) regional awards ceremony held at The Verandah in Clarendon on Thursday (October 3).
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Senior Citizens Saluted for Sterling Service

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., has saluted the nation’s senior citizens for their sterling contribution to nation-building. He said that members of the older population are “the keepers of our stories and the guardians of our traditions, who guide and lead the path to a great nation”. The Minister was delivering the main address at...
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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon Pearnel Charles Jr,. addresses a Job Recruitment Fair at the Montego Bay Convention Centre, St. James, on September 18.
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Minister Calls on Jamaicans to Join the Fight Against Child Labour

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., is urging Jamaicans to join the fight against child labour, calling it a scourge and a major human rights violation. The Minister, who was speaking at a Job Recruitment Fair, organised by the Ministry at the Montego Bay Convention Centre, recently, emphasised that eradicating the problem is a collective responsibility...
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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.
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ILO Commits to Support Further Research on Achievements in Eliminating Child Labour

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has given its commitment to provide funding support for the Jamaica Household Workers Union, and further research on the achievements in eliminating Child Labour in Jamaica. Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., made the disclosure during a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (October 1). Mr. Charles Jr. also...
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Grandmothers enjoy cold coconut water at the National Grandparents Day celebration held at The Verandah, Clarendon Park, on Sunday (September 29).
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Rain No Damper for National Grandparents Celebration

A heavy downpour did not dampen the spirits as hundreds turned out to celebrate National Grandparents Day on Sunday (September 29), at The Verandah, Juici Patties Complex in Clarendon. The event, organised by the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC), culminated activities in observance of Senior Citizens Month in September. Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.,...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn (left) presents the award for Distinguished Senior Citizen to broadcaster and lecturer, Dr. Orville Taylor. Occasion was the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) regional awards ceremony held at the Cardiff Hotel and Spa in Runaway Bay, St. Ann, on Friday (September 27).
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Senior Citizens Awarded for Distinguished Service

Senior citizens and volunteers from the parishes of Kingston, St. Thomas, St. Mary and Portland were recognised for distinguished service at the regional awards ceremony of the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) held Friday (September 27). The ceremony, held at Cardiff Hotel and Spa in Runaway Bay, St. Ann, included the presentation of the Distinguished Senior Citizen Award, Outstanding...
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