Jamaican hotel workers protest low wages, poor conditions, impacting major tourist resorts.

Hotel workers in Jamaica have been staging protests over low wages and poor working conditions, affecting major resorts in Montego Bay and Negril. These strikes are highlighting the need for better communication and policy changes to sustain the island's vital tourism industry. The tourism ministry is working to resolve issues like payroll system changes at Iberostar, while advocates call for long-term solutions to improve worker conditions and prevent future disputes.

November 16, 2024
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