Labour Minister says swift and decisive intervention needed to safeguard workforce from climate change impacts

By Sonya Harvey

A swift and decisive intervention is being recommended to protect the country against climate change and its impact on the labour force.

Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior made the comments yesterday during a Labour Talk Road Show in St. Ann, where the ministry launched the “Just Transition Project”.

The project focuses on labour market policies and looks at comprehensive strategies that address climate change and its effects on the world of work.

It will also highlight the significant impact climate crises have on workers and the urgent need for inclusive strategies that protect and empower all categories of workers.

Mr. Charles Junior said if the necessary measures are not in place, the impact will worsen conditions for the country.

The minister said it is the responsibility of everyone to protect themselves against climate change.

Mr. Charles Junior also highlighted the severity of climate change impacts on the labour market.

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Several roadways in Portland rendered impassable following heavy rainfall

By Sonya Harvey

A swift and decisive intervention is being recommended to protect the country against climate change and its impact on the labour force.

Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior made the comments yesterday during a Labour Talk Road Show in St. Ann, where the ministry launched the “Just Transition Project”.

The project focuses on labour market policies and looks at comprehensive strategies that address climate change and its effects on the world of work.

It will also highlight the significant impact climate crises have on workers and the urgent need for inclusive strategies that protect and empower all categories of workers.

Mr. Charles Junior said if the necessary measures are not in place, the impact will worsen conditions for the country.

The minister said it is the responsibility of everyone to protect themselves against climate change.

Mr. Charles Junior also highlighted the severity of climate change impacts on the labour market.

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6 school boys seen in viral video physically and sexually assaulting 13 y/o girl, charged 

By Sonya Harvey

A swift and decisive intervention is being recommended to protect the country against climate change and its impact on the labour force.

Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior made the comments yesterday during a Labour Talk Road Show in St. Ann, where the ministry launched the “Just Transition Project”.

The project focuses on labour market policies and looks at comprehensive strategies that address climate change and its effects on the world of work.

It will also highlight the significant impact climate crises have on workers and the urgent need for inclusive strategies that protect and empower all categories of workers.

Mr. Charles Junior said if the necessary measures are not in place, the impact will worsen conditions for the country.

The minister said it is the responsibility of everyone to protect themselves against climate change.

Mr. Charles Junior also highlighted the severity of climate change impacts on the labour market.

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Some taxi operators on the St. Ann’s Bay to Discovery Bay route withdrew service protesting  lack of a transportation center

By Sonya Harvey

A swift and decisive intervention is being recommended to protect the country against climate change and its impact on the labour force.

Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior made the comments yesterday during a Labour Talk Road Show in St. Ann, where the ministry launched the “Just Transition Project”.

The project focuses on labour market policies and looks at comprehensive strategies that address climate change and its effects on the world of work.

It will also highlight the significant impact climate crises have on workers and the urgent need for inclusive strategies that protect and empower all categories of workers.

Mr. Charles Junior said if the necessary measures are not in place, the impact will worsen conditions for the country.

The minister said it is the responsibility of everyone to protect themselves against climate change.

Mr. Charles Junior also highlighted the severity of climate change impacts on the labour market.

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Cops awaiting results of ID parade to determine charges against men arrested in relation to killing of Holmwood bus driver

By Sonya Harvey

A swift and decisive intervention is being recommended to protect the country against climate change and its impact on the labour force.

Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior made the comments yesterday during a Labour Talk Road Show in St. Ann, where the ministry launched the “Just Transition Project”.

The project focuses on labour market policies and looks at comprehensive strategies that address climate change and its effects on the world of work.

It will also highlight the significant impact climate crises have on workers and the urgent need for inclusive strategies that protect and empower all categories of workers.

Mr. Charles Junior said if the necessary measures are not in place, the impact will worsen conditions for the country.

The minister said it is the responsibility of everyone to protect themselves against climate change.

Mr. Charles Junior also highlighted the severity of climate change impacts on the labour market.

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Employers Federation calls for special commission to examine state of industrial harmony in tourism sector

By Sonya Harvey

A swift and decisive intervention is being recommended to protect the country against climate change and its impact on the labour force.

Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior made the comments yesterday during a Labour Talk Road Show in St. Ann, where the ministry launched the “Just Transition Project”.

The project focuses on labour market policies and looks at comprehensive strategies that address climate change and its effects on the world of work.

It will also highlight the significant impact climate crises have on workers and the urgent need for inclusive strategies that protect and empower all categories of workers.

Mr. Charles Junior said if the necessary measures are not in place, the impact will worsen conditions for the country.

The minister said it is the responsibility of everyone to protect themselves against climate change.

Mr. Charles Junior also highlighted the severity of climate change impacts on the labour market.

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JTA urges schools affected by hand, foot and mouth disease to implement necessary measures to prevent spread

By Sonya Harvey

A swift and decisive intervention is being recommended to protect the country against climate change and its impact on the labour force.

Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior made the comments yesterday during a Labour Talk Road Show in St. Ann, where the ministry launched the “Just Transition Project”.

The project focuses on labour market policies and looks at comprehensive strategies that address climate change and its effects on the world of work.

It will also highlight the significant impact climate crises have on workers and the urgent need for inclusive strategies that protect and empower all categories of workers.

Mr. Charles Junior said if the necessary measures are not in place, the impact will worsen conditions for the country.

The minister said it is the responsibility of everyone to protect themselves against climate change.

Mr. Charles Junior also highlighted the severity of climate change impacts on the labour market.

Read More

Visits to all adult and juvenile correctional institutions suspended for the next two weeks following confirmation of influenza cases

By Sonya Harvey

A swift and decisive intervention is being recommended to protect the country against climate change and its impact on the labour force.

Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior made the comments yesterday during a Labour Talk Road Show in St. Ann, where the ministry launched the “Just Transition Project”.

The project focuses on labour market policies and looks at comprehensive strategies that address climate change and its effects on the world of work.

It will also highlight the significant impact climate crises have on workers and the urgent need for inclusive strategies that protect and empower all categories of workers.

Mr. Charles Junior said if the necessary measures are not in place, the impact will worsen conditions for the country.

The minister said it is the responsibility of everyone to protect themselves against climate change.

Mr. Charles Junior also highlighted the severity of climate change impacts on the labour market.

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JLP implements program to assess the performance of its MPs

By Sonya Harvey

A swift and decisive intervention is being recommended to protect the country against climate change and its impact on the labour force.

Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior made the comments yesterday during a Labour Talk Road Show in St. Ann, where the ministry launched the “Just Transition Project”.

The project focuses on labour market policies and looks at comprehensive strategies that address climate change and its effects on the world of work.

It will also highlight the significant impact climate crises have on workers and the urgent need for inclusive strategies that protect and empower all categories of workers.

Mr. Charles Junior said if the necessary measures are not in place, the impact will worsen conditions for the country.

The minister said it is the responsibility of everyone to protect themselves against climate change.

Mr. Charles Junior also highlighted the severity of climate change impacts on the labour market.

Read More

Education Ministry to review safety and security protocols at Holmwood Technical following shooting at the institution

By Sonya Harvey

A swift and decisive intervention is being recommended to protect the country against climate change and its impact on the labour force.

Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior made the comments yesterday during a Labour Talk Road Show in St. Ann, where the ministry launched the “Just Transition Project”.

The project focuses on labour market policies and looks at comprehensive strategies that address climate change and its effects on the world of work.

It will also highlight the significant impact climate crises have on workers and the urgent need for inclusive strategies that protect and empower all categories of workers.

Mr. Charles Junior said if the necessary measures are not in place, the impact will worsen conditions for the country.

The minister said it is the responsibility of everyone to protect themselves against climate change.

Mr. Charles Junior also highlighted the severity of climate change impacts on the labour market.

Read More