Pearnel Charles Jr
Pearnel Charles Jr. is the Minister of Labour and Social Security in Jamaica and a Member of Parliament representing South East Clarendon. He has been active in advocating for the rights and welfare of senior citizens, emphasizing the need for comprehensive legislation to protect this vulnerable demographic as Jamaica faces an ageing population.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Jr said Simpson Miller’s life was defined by unstinting service to the people of this country.
‘It was always the intent’ | News
Jamaica· 2026-05-27
Pearnel Charles Jr, minister of labour and social security, is cautioning residents against submitting multiple hurricane relief applications from the same household.
Common-law couples cautioned against duplicate hurricane claims within households | NewsJamaica· 2026-02-21Pearnel Charles Jr. is the Minister of Labour and Social Security whom the Opposition is calling on to address employment issues in the tourism sector.
Amid fallout from Melissa, gov’t must address contract employment in tourism to protect workers — Opposition | NewsJamaica· 2026-02-20
Pearnel Charles Jr said labour migration should be understood not only in terms of contracts and remittances, but also through its impact on families, futures and generational opportunity.
Scholarship launched for children of farm workers in Ontario | NewsJamaica· 2026-02-06
Portfolio Minister, Pearnel Charles Jr., welcomed the donation, noting that it will assist social workers traversing the hills and valleys in the field to complete household damage assessments more efficiently.
Labour Ministry receives 200 tablets from USF to aid post-Hurricane Melissa damage assessments | NewsJamaica· 2026-01-29
Pearnel Charles Jr, member of parliament for Clarendon Southeast, commended the VPA and partners for their efforts.
VPA delivers medical care, counselling and relief to Rocky Point residents | NewsJamaica· 2026-01-26
Minister of Labour and Social Security Pearnel Charles Jr said 18 per cent of those assessed experienced severe damage to their homes.
‘NOT FOR THE GREEDY’ | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2026-01-16
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles Jr. said the Government is transitioning to a cash-based assistance model for recovery from Hurricane Melissa.
Gov’t working with partners to deliver cash support to households impacted by Hurricane Melissa | NewsJamaica· 2026-01-16Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles Jr., provided an overview during the launch of the Shelter Recovery Programme.
Gov’t launches shelter recovery programme to aid Hurricane Melissa victims | NewsJamaica· 2026-01-16
Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Jr told The Gleaner that beyond the economic gains, the programme stands as a model of bilateral cooperation.
Charles Jr, Coore-Lobban firm on safety for farm workers | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-12-26
Pearnel Charles Jr commented on the reasons people squat due to lack of land tenure.
Christopher Burgess | Land tenure and board houses | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-12-21
Pearnel Charles Jr said the webpage was a critical step for transparency and access.
Union leaders applaud move to make IDT awards digitally accessible | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-12-19
Minister of Labour and Social Security Pearnel Charles Jr, he said, is overseeing damage assessments, which include verifying property ownership and household details.
Holness stresses Petersfield High must reopen January | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-12-16
Minister of Labour and Social Security Pearnel Charles Jr, he said, is overseeing damage assessments, which include verifying property ownership and household details.
Holness stresses Petersfeld High must reopen January | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-12-16Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles Jr. also participated in the event.
Gov’t endorses safe and regulated entertainment activities, no ban on festive celebrations - PM | NewsJamaica· 2025-12-16Pearnel Charles Jr, the labour and social security minister, stated a truism regarding the concerns of people with disabilities.
Editorial | Equality for persons with disabilities | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-12-06
Portfolio Minister, Pearnel Charles Jr., said that the form is for householders who were missed by the Ministry’s teams conducting damage assessments.
Labour Ministry to launch disaster self-reporting form | NewsJamaica· 2025-11-22Pearnel Charles Jr. is the Labour and Social Security Minister who is overseeing the distribution of hurricane relief supplies.
Charles details shift to needs-based hurricane relief | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-11-21Pearnel Charles, Jr, minister of labour and social security, emphasized the strength of the Jamaican people and the importance of collective support from Canada.
Canadian employers and diaspora mobilise support for Jamaican farm workers affected by Melissa | NewsJamaica· 2025-11-08
Labour and Social Security Minister Pearnel Charles Jr reported on the number of inaccessible communities during a press briefing.
I hear the cry of every baby, says PM | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-11-07
Pearnel Charles Jr., who leads Jamaica’s Social Security Ministry, said the relief effort is being ramped up.
Hurricane death toll rises to 43 in Haiti as aid pours in across the northern Caribbean | NewsJamaica· 2025-11-04
Pearnel Charles Jr, the Labour and Social Security Minister, stated that every effort is being made to get supplies to the marooned communities.
Relief angst | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-11-04
Pearnel Charles Jr is a member of the hurricane relief committee.
Jamaica forms hurricane relief committee co-chaired by McKenzie and Vaz | NewsJamaica· 2025-10-31
Pearnel Charles Jr is a member of the hurricane relief committee.
Jamaica forms hurricane relief committee co-chaired by McKenzie and Vaz | NewsJamaica· 2025-10-31Jamaica's Minister of Labor and Social Security Pearnel Charles Jr. said the country is making every effort to 'save lives' ahead of Hurricane Melissa’s worst impacts.
Hurricane Melissa's wrath in Jamaica may cause extensive infrastructural damage, long-duration power outages
United States· 2025-10-26
Pearnel Charles Jr is the Minister of Labour and Social Security who distributed cheques to hurricane victims under the Rebuild Jamaica initiative.
Storm-weary St Bess faces Melissa still reeling from Beryl | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-10-26
Minister of Labour and Social Security Pearnel Charles Jr similarly encouraged citizens to practise personal responsibility as the nation prepares for Tropical Storm Melissa.
Stay updated on bulletins, follow instructions amid TS Melissa | NewsJamaica· 2025-10-24
Minister of Labour and Social Security Pearnel Charles Jr urged citizens to ensure that important documents are properly stored ahead of the storm.
Slim chance of slow-moving Melissa making landfall on Jamaica - Met Office | NewsJamaica· 2025-10-22
Pearnel Charles Jr made an observation in the debate regarding the past arrangements and constitutional obligations.
Trevor Munroe | Restore and strengthen, not weaken accountability | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-10-12
Pearnel Charles Jr is the minister of labour and social security.
New Parliament gets under way | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-10-07
