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As the summer season kicks off, businesses across Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket are grappling with a significant workforce shortage. Many local employers are finding it increasingly difficult to fill seasonal positions, which are crucial for catering to the influx of tourists. This challenge is exacerbated by recent arrests by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), leading to heightened fears among potential workers and further complicating the hiring landscape.
The hospitality and service sectors, which typically rely on a robust seasonal workforce, are particularly affected. Restaurants, hotels, and retail shops are struggling to attract and retain employees, leading to reduced hours of operation and, in some cases, even closures. Business owners are exploring various strategies to entice workers, including offering higher wages, flexible schedules, and improved working conditions.
As the demand for services surges with the arrival of summer visitors, the labor shortage presents a pressing challenge for the local economy, raising concerns about the sustainability of Cape Cod's tourism-driven business model.
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