The Ministry of Labour and Social Security is imploring Employers to allow workers the necessary period of absence and/or quarantine if required. This privilege should be extended even beyond the provisions under the Holidays with Pay Act. We all have a responsibility to prevent the spread of the novel corona virus (COVID 19). A message…
The Ministry of Labour and Social Security is encouraging all Employers and Business Operators to take the necessary steps to protect workers from the Novel Corona Virus (COVID-19). Employers are urged to provide workers with the appropriate tools and information needed to prevent the spread of the virus. Keep abreast of the guidelines and instructions…
The Ministry of Labour and Social Security is encouraging all Employers and Business Operators to explore options for extending their services remotely to customers. This move is recommended as a precautionary measure to safeguard customers and workers to prevent the spread of the New Coronavirus (COVID-19) Employers are also encouraged to make use of the…
By Mark Titus Despite the alarming rate at which lives are being lost to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in North America, Jamaicans are still willing to take the risk to participate in the seasonal overseas work programmes. However, this time they have to sign a waiver absolving the Government of any liability if they become…
Ministry of Labour and Social Security
Government of Jamaica