THE EDITOR, Madam: Daily commute on Jamaica’s roads is becoming increasingly unpredictable, not because of increased traffic, but because of the bad behaviour behind the wheel. Reckless overtaking, disregard for traffic signals, disregard for...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As a member of the Jamaican diaspora, I am writing with deep concern regarding the announcement of imposition of a one per cent excise tax on remittances by the United States administration. This policy amounts to an economic...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Any qualified and experienced Human Resource Management professional will know that it is not unusual to classify job qualifications under separate headings of “required qualifications” and “preferred qualifications”. This...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing in response to the article ‘Airbnb jitters’ published on July 3 where Opposition Leader Mark Golding raised concerns on the proposed Tourism Sector Regulation Bill. We respectfully acknowledge and appreciate his...
This is an open letter to members of parliament of Jamaica THE EDITOR, Madam: As advocates for good governance, we write this open letter on behalf of many concerned citizens, taxpayers and voters in Jamaica to encourage you to provide some...
THE EDITOR, Madam: One year ago, Hurricane Beryl came sweeping in, battering Jamaica’s southern coastline. As we reflect on the storm’s impact, it is crucial that we take stock of what we have learned and what more must be done to be better...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica prepares for its national celebrations, we face a crucial moment of reflection. Our cherished motto, ‘Out of Many, One People’, is not merely a slogan, it is the profound truth of our existence. Yet, our public...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I just can’t contain myself with the news that MGM Muthu Hotels is coming to Jamaica with the official opening of Grand Muthu Club Caribbean in Runaway Bay on August 1. The Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett recently announced...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The recent decision by the Defense Meteorological Satellite Program (DMSP) to cease the processing and distribution of vital weather data poses an imminent threat to our disaster preparedness. The National Oceanic and...
Gov’t will not renew existing JPS licence Open bidding process for other energy providers. – @Worldbpa This is the best thing I have heard in a long time. I know it is just an announcement but I applaud the GOJ for it. High energy bills have...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write with grave concern regarding the recent statement by the minister of information that there is “no documentation” surrounding the changes made to the advertisement for the position of director of the Financial...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica’s health insurance landscape is dominated by two major players, leaving us stuck – “anywhere yuh turn, macka juk yuh.” My employer switched providers five years ago, only to face significant annual rate hikes. A 100 per...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Jamaica Special Economic Zone Act (2016) included a transitional safeguard – the “Zone Establishment Period”– which temporarily restricted existing Jamaican companies from qualifying as SEZ entities. This provision was...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Watchman Church Leaders Alliance (WCLA) views with discomfort the transparency concerns relating to the OSC’s treatment of requests for information on the recruitment process for the post of chief technical director of the...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write to extend heartfelt congratulations to prominent Manchester businessman and long-standing justice of the peace Paul ‘Samfo’ Lyn on his being awarded the prestigious Governor-General’s Award recently. As a resident of...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we strive for progress and development, it becomes increasingly clear that Jamaica’s educational system requires a significant overhaul. The current structure, which overloads students with multiple subjects, is producing...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Kevin Walmsley is an American businessman who lives and works in China. He has a YouTube channel where he uses statistics gleaned from various sources such as research papers published in reputable journals and official...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Tropics are a region of the Earth, roughly defined as the area between the tropic of Cancer and the tropic of Capricorn. Although topography and other factors contribute to climatic variation, tropical locations are...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write as a concerned homeowner who has encountered the harsh and discouraging realities of Jamaica’s current system for electrical inspections. My recent experience seeking certification for my newly constructed home has left...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As educators, our role goes beyond just teaching; we are also mentors and guides for our students. It’s important for us to act professionally and to fulfil this responsibility for the betterment of our society. Some...
THE EDITOR, Madam: A report in The Gleaner of June 17 quoted Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness as saying, “We nuh really need an Opposition because our supporters are our staunchest constructive critics.” In effect, was this a suggestion for a one...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to the letter, ‘Stop the racist remarks against Mark Golding, ‘ published in The Gleaner on June 28. Mark Golding called the Jamaica Labour Party Chairman Robert Montague in 2021 a “likkle buoy”...
THE EDITOR, Madam: On June 23, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) announced it had discontinued the case against Wisynco Ltd. for an alleged breach of Section 11 of the Wild Life Protection Act. The reason given was that...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Back in 1865, Lewis Carrol wrote Alice’s Adventures In Wonderland with the title character declaring that things were ‘curiouser and curiouser’ as she first entered his world of make-believe; that famous phrase perfectly...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The National Housing Trust (NHT) has made modest adjustments aimed at increasing access to home ownership, raising loan ceilings, reducing interest rates, and tweaking eligibility requirements. While these efforts are...
