Govt pushes new measures to support mothers returning to work

The Barbadian government is set to implement groundbreaking workplace policies designed to facilitate the smooth reintegration of mothers into the workforce following maternity leave. Labour Minister Colin Jordan announced the initiative during his address at the second annual Workplace Wellness in Action Forum, held at the BWU’s Solidarity House. He emphasized that the recently enacted Family Leave Act represents a significant departure from traditional maternity leave frameworks, adopting a more holistic approach to parenting and workforce sustainability.