Randol Fawkes Labour Day, often simply called Labour Day, is a public holiday honoring the achievements of workers, the trade union movement, and especially Sir Randol Fawkes, the man known as the "Father of Labour" in the country.

When is Randol Fawkes Labour Day?

Randol Fawkes Labour Day is celebrated on the first Friday in June.

The following is the list of Randol Fawkes Labour Day from 2020 to 2049.

The History of Randol Fawkes Labour Day?

Randol Francis Fawkes (1924–2000) was a lawyer, politician, and labor activist. He founded the Bahamas Federation of Labour and became the nation's leading defender of workers' rights.

His most pivotal moment came during the 1967 general election, when he held the balance of power in a tied parliament (18 seats each for the two main parties). By supporting the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP), Fawkes enabled the formation of the first majority-rule government, ending centuries of minority (white elite) political dominance.

This act positioned him as a national hero, not just for workers, but for the democratic advancement of The Bahamas.

Labour Day in The Bahamas began as a way to celebrate the contributions of Bahamian working-class citizens and recognize the struggles of labor unions for better wages and working conditions.

While exact dates vary for when the holiday was first observed informally, Labour Day was already celebrated by the mid-20th century.

In 2013, the Bahamian government officially renamed the holiday "Randol Fawkes Labour Day" through an Act of Parliament.

This change formally linked Labour Day with Fawkes' legacy, honoring his role in advancing both workers' rights and national democracy.