The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) has strongly criticized Jumby Bay Resort (JBR) for its decision to terminate six employees who left their shifts early after reporting illness. The Union described the action as not only unreasonable and unjust but also shockingly harsh and entirely unacceptable. During internal hearings and investigations, the ABWU repeatedly urged the resort’s management to act with fairness, reason, and sound judgment. However, these appeals were ignored, and the company opted for the most severe disciplinary measure. This punitive approach to human resource management highlights a troubling disregard for worker dignity and rights. Employees, the Union emphasized, must always be treated with fairness, justice, and respect. The ABWU expressed deep concern that JBR, a company renowned for its hospitality and service excellence, failed to uphold even the most basic principles of fairness in this case. ABWU General Secretary David Massiah condemned the resort’s actions, stating, ‘Such callous treatment of workers has no place in today’s labor market.’ The Union pledged to support the dismissed workers fully, including potential legal action through the industrial court and public demonstrations if necessary. The ABWU called on JBR’s management to reconsider its decision, reinstate the workers, and allow reason and fairness to prevail.
ABWU Condemns Cruel and Unjust Termination of Six Employees at Jumby Bay Resort
