Consider JPs' volunteerism

The Editor, Sir:

I think the time has come for more concern be shown to a vital segment of our judicial system in Jamaica. I refer to our justices of the peace.

The English tradition handed down to us is that this commission to carry out the process necessary to our development as a nation is a totally voluntary and honourable one. These justices are called on to sit in petty session courts, which are held sometimes far distances from their places of abode, spending sometimes a whole day in the duty of the courts. No compensation is offered as this office is supposedly the true essence of volunteerism.

I am calling on the relevant minister and authorities to offer these justices of the peace, at least, duty concession on motor vehicles, which must be maintained for a minimum of five years before replacement.

This would be a token gesture of appreciation for the invaluable and great work of these noble and patriotic Jamaicans.

I am, etc.,

VICTOR A CHANCE, JP

St Catherine