Phillip

THE FUNERAL service for Dr. George Phillip, the industrial relations expert who died at his St. Andrew home last Saturday, will take place at the St. Margaret's Church in Liguanea on Tuesday, starting at 9:00 a.m.

Dr. Phillip, who was 69 years old, lost an eight-year fight with prostate cancer.

Yesterday, his stalwart role as a mediator in the Caribbean's industrial sector was recognised by political parties and the labour movement. Minister of National Security, Dr.Peter Phillips, hailed Dr. Phillip's "unstinting service to the Police Services Commission."

"Dr. Phillip's professionalism, fairness and honesty were some of his well-known traits," the Security Minister added. "He had a shrewd mind and a remarkable personality."

The Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) said Dr. Phillip "played a seminal role in areas of business, media, industrial relations and raising cancer awareness." The JLP said Dr. Phillip was a "truly Caribbean man."

The Jamaica Employers' Federation (JEF), which Dr. Phillip served as president, also spoke highly of his contribution.

"He was very instrumental in the JEF's development and was seen as a visionary leader," said JEF president Jacqueline Coke-Wright.

Colin Barnett, president of the Human Resource Management Association (HRMAJ), said Dr. Phillip also served that organisation well.

"He joined the association while at GraceKennedy Limited and was a keen supporter of the work of the association. Dr. Phillip's contribution to the advisory committee of the HRMAJ and his participation in our many initiatives is highly appreciated."

Born in Grenada, Dr. Phillip was raised in neighbouring Trinidad and Tobago and had lived in Jamaica since 1970. He was a leading figure in industrial circles in his adopted Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica for over 40 years.