News Archives - Government of Barbados Ministry of Labour

06 Nov 26

Make Recruitment Easier with Job Start Plus!

We recognise that finding suitable employees can be challenging and time-consuming. Job Start Plus offers employers two flexible pathways to access emerging talent: structured work placements under the programme or direct recruitment to fill part-time and full-time vacancies.

04 Nov 26

Barbados To Give Thanks At National Service On November 22

As Barbados celebrates 60 years of Independence and five years as a Republic, the nation will come together in thanksgiving on Sunday, November 22, at the Garfield Sobers Sports Complex, Wildey, St. Michael, for the annual National Thanksgiving Service.

20 Oct 26

2026 Call for Proposals under the People Development Third Sector Grant Facility

The Ministry of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector announces the 2026 call for proposals under the People Development Third Sector Grant Facility, supporting community-led initiatives that strengthen skills, inclusion, employability and national development. About the Grant Facility The Facility provides grants of up to BDS $30,000 to eligible…

28 Sep 26

Understanding the Difference Between an Employee and an Independent Contractor

Determining whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor is an important aspect of employment compliance in Barbados. Misclassification can have significant legal and financial

10 Sep 26

Businesses Urged To Prepare For New Wage Payment Requirements

Businesses in Barbados are being urged to prepare now for changes to wage-payment requirements under the new Protection of Wages Act, 2026-15, which is expected to come into effect shortly.

27 Aug 26

Ten Faith-based Organisations Were Awarded Special Fund Grants

Ten faith-based organisations were awarded special fund grants by the Ministry of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector during a media launch today at One Barbados Place, Warrens.

22 Aug 26

Employers Urged To Complete National Survey And Strengthen Labour-Market Evidence

Government, through the Ministry of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector, is urging selected establishments to complete the Survey of Employment,Earnings and Hours (SEEH) by Wednesday, September 16, 2026. This is the final deadline for submission and no further extensions will be granted.

17 Aug 26

Decent Work In The Platform Economy: How A New Global Labour Standard Can Help Make It A Reality

Patrick Belser, Chief of the ILO's Inclusive Labour Markets, Wages and Working Conditions Branch, explains how Convention No. 193 aims to promote decent work in the platform economy and what it means for digital platform workers, digital labour platforms and governments.

31 Jul 26

Message by The Hon. Colin. E. Jordan, M.P. Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector in Celebration of the 90th Anniversary of the Barbados Nurses’ Association

My Fellow Barbadians, Please join me as I extend heartfelt congratulations to the Barbados Nurses’ Association as it celebrates its 90th Anniversary, a significant milestone for the organisation.

22 Jun 26

Harmful Sexual Harassment Myths

SEXUAL HARASSMENT in the workplace is still widely misunderstood. Too many damaging misconceptions prevent people from recognising harassment for what it is or from speaking up when it occurs. This article seeks to challenge those myths and promote safer, more respectful workplaces for everyone.

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Make Recruitment Easier with Job Start Plus!

Barbados To Give Thanks At National Service On November 22

2026 Call for Proposals under the People Development Third Sector Grant Facility

Understanding the Difference Between an Employee and an Independent Contractor

Businesses Urged To Prepare For New Wage Payment Requirements

Ten Faith-based Organisations Were Awarded Special Fund Grants

Employers Urged To Complete National Survey And Strengthen Labour-Market Evidence

Decent Work In The Platform Economy: How A New Global Labour Standard Can Help Make It A Reality

Message by The Hon. Colin. E. Jordan, M.P. Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector in Celebration of the 90th Anniversary of the Barbados Nurses’ Association

Harmful Sexual Harassment Myths

Make Recruitment Easier with Job Start Plus!

Barbados To Give Thanks At National Service On November 22

2026 Call for Proposals under the People Development Third Sector Grant Facility

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