Temporary Layoffs Hit Foxwoods Casino

LEDYARD, CT — Foxwoods Resort Casino announced that it will lay off "a majority of our workforce without benefits" starting May 31. Since the casino closed in March, the Mashantucket Pequot Gaming Enterprise has maintained health benefits in place for all employees.

"The deep effect that COVID-19 has had on Foxwoods Resort Casino, the nation and the world has been unimaginable," Foxwoods said in a statement. "Although we took the immediate steps needed to preserve jobs and effectively position us for the future, ultimately, this pandemic has been cruel in many ways and we need to adapt and evolve based on the current environment."

There is currently no confirmed reopening date for Foxwoods. However, the first phase will include some employees returning to parts of the property.

In phase one, Foxwoods anticipates to reopen The Grand Pequot and Grand Cedar casino floors, The Grand Pequot Hotel, and limited food and beverage outlets.

"In partnership with health, medical experts and local officials, we’ve been working diligently to implement new safety and health protocols across the resort to ensure we mitigate any health risks to our team members and guests," Foxwoods said in a statement.

Foxwoods officials said they applied for financial aid via the CARES Act but received "very limited financial support."

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