Letters

Letters
10 Jul, 2026 0

Integrity Commission should be supported
THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica stands at a critical point in its continuing effort to restore public confidence in national institutions. At the centre of this effort is the Integrity Commission (IC),…
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10 Jul, 2026 0

Readers’ reactions - China: We will protect our assets in Jamaica

I know that’s right - protect your interest, China. – @chrisorichardz Why don’t they go into the desert somewhere and fight it out and leave us out of it? – @a_sarcasticgirl Why don’t they just…
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08 Jul, 2026 0

Letter of the Day | Jamaica needs a national integrity agenda
The Editor, Madam: Over the past decade, Jamaica has witnessed several high-profile investigations, allegations, and prosecutions involving Cabinet ministers, members of parliament, executives of…
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08 Jul, 2026 0

BOJ needs to educate our citizens
THE EDITOR, Madam: It saddens me whenever I receive a torn, defaced or crumpled banknote as part of the change I am given when conducting business in public. Last week, I visited a local gas station…
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08 Jul, 2026 0

Who will police the police under the new demerit system?
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica prepares for the roll-out of the Demerit Point System on October 1, 2026, many citizens are hopeful that this new component of the Road Traffic Act will curb reckless…
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08 Jul, 2026 0

Death of the ‘beautiful game’
THE EDITOR, Madam: European money has effectively killed the beautiful game. Look at this year’s Brazil team: its players compete professionally all over Europe. In the days of the beautiful game,…
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07 Jul, 2026 0

Letter of the Day | Ascot Primary incident not the disease, it is a symptom
THE EDITOR, Madam: The national debate over Ascot Primary School’s decision to deny graduation gowns to students who underperformed in the PEP examination has generated more heat than light. While…
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07 Jul, 2026 0

Critical to prepare youngsters for changing world of work
THE EDITOR, Madam: Life has always moved in cycles. One generation builds, serves, leads, and eventually retires, the next generation then steps forward to continue the work. But, today, that cycle…
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07 Jul, 2026 0

Diplomatic dilemma: Jamaica’s strategic choice
THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica today finds itself navigating an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape. As competition between the United States and China intensifies, Jamaica must carefully…