International media community told of blatant intimidation

Meanwhile, in a joint release last night, the Media Association Jamaica Ltd (MAJ) and the Press Association of Jamaica said the International Federation of Journalists, the Commonwealth Broadcasting Association and the Association of Caribbean Media Workers have been advised of the current stand-off between media in Jamaica and the Government over Warmington's conduct.

"The international media community was advised that the acts of blatant intimidation by the Jamaican politician have impacted the ability of the Jamaican media to pursue stories on the integrity of the former government member who was in breach of the Jamaican Constitution," the MAJ said.

"Journalists cannot operate in an atmosphere where public officials can use verbal abuse to intimidate and prevent the pursuance of the truth."