by Julie Carrington | Jan 14, 2022 | Top Stories
(Stock Photo) Employers are reminded that on polling day on Wednesday, January 19, they must allow every elector in their employ a reasonable period of not less than one hour for voting. Additionally, employers must not make any deductions from wages, salaries or any...
by Government of Barbados | Dec 3, 2021 | Top Stories
(Stock Photo) At this time of year, shops are usually operated for extended periods of time. Owners and managers are being reminded that while co-operation regarding the need to work overtime may be expected, it is not compulsory for employees to work extended shifts....
by Joy-Ann Gill | Nov 18, 2021 | Top Stories
(Stock Photo) The Labour Department, Ministry of Labour and Social Partnership Relations, is reminding entities operating under the provisions of the Shops Act, 2015-30 that Independence Day and Christmas Day are two of the four closed days stipulated by the Act. The...
by Joy-Ann Gill | Jul 11, 2021 | Top Stories
Minister of Labour and Social Partnership Relations, Colin Jordan. (FP) Employers and employees are equally being called upon to do what is required to ensure the safety and health of their workplaces. The appeal came today from Minister of Labour and Social...
by Joy-Ann Gill | Jun 7, 2021 | Top Stories
Minister of Labour and Social Partnership Relations, Colin Jordan. (FP) Barbados’ National Insurance Scheme (NIS) remains a model for other Caribbean territories as it is one of the few offering unemployment benefits. Minister of Labour and Social Partnership...