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Grand Lucayan Pay Concerns Grow, PLP Chairman Responds

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Many employees at the Grand Lucayan Resort say they are running out of patience and options. Nearly one month after their last pay cheque, some workers say they’ve been sent home without pay and are now unable to access unemployment benefits.

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3 weeks ago

January 21, 2026

Delvardo Emmanuel

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Many employees at the Grand Lucayan Resort say they are running out of patience and options.

Nearly one month after their last pay cheque, some workers say they’ve been sent home without pay and are now unable to access unemployment benefits.

One employee, who asked to remain anonymous, tells Our News the situation inside the resort is tense and humiliating.

She says only a small number of staff remain on property, while others were encouraged to take outstanding vacation days.

The employee says she’s holding on to her Christmas pay because she’s not confident another pay cheque is coming.

There are also concerns about unpaid national insurance contributions, with employees claiming payments have not been made for months.

She claims executive management appears disconnected from the reality on the ground, and believes the situation signals the end of an era for the once iconic resort.

The employee points to the demolition that took place on the day of the sale of the resort to Concord Wilshire in May 2025, saying she now believes it was more show than substance.

She also alleges that despite the sale of the property, staff were never formally introduced to representatives of the new owners, and communication she says has been horrific.

The employee insists this is not about politics, but about people who feel forgotten.

With frustration growing and questions mounting, political leaders are now being pressed for answers.

PLP Chairman Fred Mitchell was asked about the situation.