THE EDITOR, Madam: RJR94FM in its July 9 financial news, quoted Bank of Jamaica, stating that “the country’s monetary base has declined by 17 billion dollars by the end of June 2025.” This significant decrease carries serious implications for our...
THE EDITOR, Madam: With all this pride and jubilation about the pending school bus system in Jamaica by the current Administration, permit me to underscore a few noteworthy idea. First, a bus system was indeed a necessity I am befuddled that...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Recently an email buddy expressed his opinion about the new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney being much better-equipped than his Liberal predecessor or his Conservative opponent in April 28 federal election. My response...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has assumed the chairmanship of CARICOM. While his willingness to undertake this important role signals his belief in the value of this regional bloc, whether it will bring us any closer to the...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As I rolled out of bed this morning and opened the SportsMax YouTube channel – my go-to for all things Caribbean sports – I stumbled across a video I never expected to see: an announcement that SportsMax will shut down on...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The doyen of Caribbean journalists is no longer with us, but the exceptional quality of his work, his bravery in speaking out against authoritarianism, and his mentorship of young journalists, especially in Guyana and Barbados...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The concept of free healthcare in Jamaica is both visionary and admirable. It reflects a deep national value: that every citizen deserves access to care, no matter their income. But at this point, we must ask – not to criticise...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Every one of us will eventually pass on, leaving behind all our possessions and wealth. None of these things follow us. This simple truth forces us to ask: What truly lasts? And what should matter most? Everything man builds–...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I read with interest in the past few issues of The Gleaner about the proposal to regulate Airbnb operators in Jamaica. Regardless of the merits of the proposal, or its finer details, I was shocked to read that Airbnbs are not...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The recent article published on July 7, 2025, titled ‘ US visa fees to spike under Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful’ law’, brings to the forefront a deeply troubling and quietly oppressive policy shift that deserves urgent scrutiny,...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As the political climate in the United States continues to shift, particularly regarding immigration, it is important to remember that many Jamaicans reside there without legal status, often labelled illegal immigrants or ‘...
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...
