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At a time when conversations about progress are increasingly framed by technology, innovation, and digital transformation, Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector, Colin Jordan, is urging Barbadians not to lose sight of something far more fundamental – the value of labour.

Good day Barbados. Today, as Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector, it is my distinct pleasure to join the International Labour Organization and the global community in commemorating World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2026.

As Barbados joins the international community in observing World Day for Safety and Health at Work on Tuesday, April 28, the Ministry of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector is encouraging employers and employees to take a more holistic approach to workplace safety.

Barbados played a key role at an international meeting in Geneva examining occupational safety and health in the context of extreme weather events. The Meeting of Experts, convened by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) from April 20 to 24, brought together governments, employers and workers to address how climate-related hazards impact the…

Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector, Colin Jordan, is urging Barbadians to prioritise achieving balance between mental, physical and work demands, noting that worker wellness is essential to national productivity and development.

Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector, Colin Jordan, has outlined the importance of game fishing to Barbados’ tourism product, economic activity, and blue economy development.

The Labour Department is encouraging employers across Barbados to establish and or strengthen Safety and Health Committees, noting that they play a critical role in promoting safer and healthier workplaces.

Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector, Colin Jordan, has underscored the pivotal role of faith-based organisations in shaping the future of Barbados’ youth. Mr. Jordan made the comments recently as he addressed the Third Annual Symposium for Faith-Based Organisations, at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centr

The Labour Department will be increasing inspection visits to workplaces across Barbados as part of a renewed push to improve compliance with labour legislation and strengthen labour-management relations practice. Acting Chief Labour Officer, Wayne Sobers, said the initiative will focus on public and private sector entities and is intended to…