WILLEMSTAD - This year, May 2 is a public holiday. The government has made this announcement. Because Labor Day falls on a Sunday this year, employees will be given the next day off.
Those who have to work on 2 May are entitled to extra compensation. This extra day off is regulated in the employment scheme and applies to everyone. Under this arrangement, Labor Day is celebrated annually on May 1, unless that day falls on a Sunday. In such a case, Labor Day is commemorated the following day.