Minister of Labour, Social Partnership Relations and the Third Sector Colin Jordan is giving employers the assurance that work is continuing on amending labour laws but made it clear it will be done in a way that protects the most vulnerable.This indication came on Wednesday as president of the Barbados Employers’ Confederation (BEC) Gail-Ann King indicated that some bosses believed the current labour rules were too rigid and needed to cater more to new trends, especially those emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic.She mentioned work-life balance, health and safety and mental health among the areas that require greater focus.King and Jordan were taking part in a discussion organised by the BEC at Sandals Barbados on Wednesday.“I think sometimes as employers the concern is that the regulations themselves are too rigid. It might not be the intent but because it is black and white, it tends to be to the letter of the law. In many instances, there is a feeling sometimes articulated that it hinders efficiency and fluidity in terms of how we operate in the labour market,” said King.
