Ministry of Labour, Author at Government of Barbados Ministry of Labour

01 May 26

Message by the Hon. Colin E. Jordan, M.P. Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector May Day, 2026 Message

On this May Day, we pause as a nation to recognize and celebrate the contribution of all workers. Your ability, creativity, dedication and determination to rising above adversity are the solid foundation upon which our nation stands and the primary force that continues to drive our collective progress as a…

16 Apr 26

Labour Department Closing For Staff Training On April 17

The Ministry of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector has advised that the Labour Department, located on the 2nd Floor, Warrens Office Complex, Warrens, St. Michael, will be closed to the public on Friday, April 17, 2026.

09 Apr 26

BWU Annual May Day Celebrations 2026

MAY DAY IS CALLING… AND WE’RE MARCHING TO 85! 🇧🇧🔥 For 85 years, the Barbados Workers’ Union has stood firm with workers, families, and communities across this island—and this year, we celebrate it BIG.

03 Mar 26

Terms Of Reference – Legal Officer

This Terms of Reference provides a brief background of the Employment Rights Tribunal and its Secretariat. It also outlines the role, responsibilities, and scope of work for a Legal Officer responsible for providing legal and administrative services to support the operations of the Employment Rights Tribunal.

25 Feb 26

SHOPS ACT: Easter Season Reminder

The Labour Department of the Ministry of Labour, Social Security and Third Sector is reminding entities operating under the provisions of the Shops Act, 2015 that Good Friday and Easter Sunday are two of the four closed days stipulated by the Act.

20 Feb 26

Message by the Hon. Colin E. Jordan, M.P. Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector World Day of Social Justice, 2026

Fellow Barbadians – workers, employers, and partners in development, today, we join the global community in observing World Day of Social Justice 2026. We do more than just mark a date on the calendar. We reaffirm our shared commitment to social justice as the very bedrock of a stable democracy, the…

01 Feb 26

Enhanced Cooperation In Free Movement Of CARICOM Nationals

Starting October 1, 2025, Barbados, alongside Belize, Dominica, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, is launching Enhanced Cooperation in Free Movement. This is a major upgrade from the existing CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME).

10 Dec 25

Notice of Intention to Make Minimum Wage Order 2025

The public is hereby advised that the Minister of Labour, Social Security and Third Sector intends to increase the national minimum wage and the sectoral minimum wage for security guards by two percent (2%) with effect from Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in accordance with the Minimum Wage Act, 2017-4.

07 Nov 25

Reminder On Opening of Shops For Upcoming Holidays

The Labour Department of the Ministry of Labour, Social Security and Third Sector is reminding entities operating under the provisions of the Shops Act, 2015 that Independence Day and Christmas Day are two of the four closed days stipulated by the Act. The other closed days are Good Friday and…

16 Oct 25

Barbados Job Register FAQ Page

The Barbados Job Register is a central online platform from the Barbados Employment and Career Counselling Service (BECCS) that connects job seekers and employers in one place!

Ministry of Labour

Message by the Hon. Colin E. Jordan, M.P. Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector May Day, 2026 Message

Labour Department Closing For Staff Training On April 17

BWU Annual May Day Celebrations 2026

Terms Of Reference – Legal Officer

SHOPS ACT: Easter Season Reminder

Message by the Hon. Colin E. Jordan, M.P. Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector World Day of Social Justice, 2026

Enhanced Cooperation In Free Movement Of CARICOM Nationals

Notice of Intention to Make Minimum Wage Order 2025

Reminder On Opening of Shops For Upcoming Holidays

Barbados Job Register FAQ Page

In Focus: Workplace Wellness in Barbados

Almost 200 Attend Disney Cruise Recruitment Session

Workers Must Be At Centre Of Economic Growth & Ownership

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