Employers and employees in the Upper Demerara-Upper Berbice region recently benefited from a one-day Inspection and Sensitization Outreach conducted by the Ministry of Labour.
The outreach, aimed at raising awareness about Guyana’s Labour Laws, sought to ensure that businesses in the region comply with regulations while promoting safe and fair workplace practices.

A team from the Ministry, including Ms. Denise Duncan, Ms. Latoya John, Ms. Sonja Adonis, and Mr. Daniel D’Andrade, led the initiative, visiting key business areas in Wismar, McKenzie, and Amelia’s Ward. Their efforts were focused on educating both employers and employees on a wide range of topics, including overtime payments, termination of employment and severance pay, record-keeping requirements, the national minimum wage, probation periods, and leave entitlements.

The outreach also addressed critical issues such as child labour prevention and introduced participants to the Ministry’s “Labour Advice” Mobile Application, a tool designed to offer instant access to labour-related information and advice.

This initiative is part of the Ministry of Labour’s ongoing commitment to ensuring compliance with labour laws while protecting workers’ rights and supporting businesses in maintaining fair labour practices. By offering valuable education and resources, the Ministry aims to foster a safer, more equitable working environment across the country.