Minister of Labour and Social Security urges greater unity and accountability among workers as Jamaica marks Workers’ Week

As Jamaica marks Workers’ Week, Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles Junior is urging greater unity and accountability, among Jamaican workers.

Workers’ Week 2026 is being observed from May 17 to 25, under the theme: “One People, One Purpose, In All Things Jamaica Wins.”

Speaking during the National Labour Day Thanksgiving Service at the St. John’s Methodist Church in St. James, Mr. Charles praised workers across the island.

He said their contribution to national progress matters and should not be taken for granted.