The Ministry of Natural Resources and Labour is reminding persons, especially the business community, that effective October 1 the Territory’s minimum wage will be raised from $4.00 to $6.00 per hour.

Deputy Premier and Minister for Natural Resources and Labour, Dr. the Honourable Kedrick Pickering made the announcement on Monday July 4, via radio broadcast.

For more information, persons are encouraged to call the Labour Department between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at 468-4708 or 468-4780.