Letters
December 9, 2025
No grounds to trigger rerun of poll in St Andrew West Central
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to the article, ‘Judicial review of decision not to void poll in PM’s seat set for November 18’, published in The Gleaner on October 21. “Section 37 of…
December 9, 2025
Letter of the Day | Celebrate unsung heroes in cancer fight
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we observe Cancer Awareness Month, it is important to honour not only those bravely battling cancer but also the families, friends, and support groups who stand beside them each…
December 9, 2025
Mr Brown’s ordeal a mirror held up to the cracks in justice system
THE EDITOR, Madam: Perhaps times have changed, and most police stations today are equipped with cameras so that ordeals like this no longer occur. This incident cannot simply be described as…
December 9, 2025
The times they are a-changin
The Editor, MADAM: When US songwriter Bob Dylan wrote The Times They Are A-Changin in 1964, he must have had a peek into Jamaica 2025. Back when he penned those lyrics in the 1960s, little girls in…
December 9, 2025
Letter of the Day | Preventing suicide through wellness education
THE EDITOR, Madam: Globally, suicide is the third leading cause of death among 15-29 year-olds, and approximately two per cent of children and 11 per cent of adolescents are severely depressed. Many…
December 9, 2025
Consensus needed for constitutional reform
THE EDITOR, Madam: At the prime minister’s swearing-in, people were hopeful as they listened to his pledge to lead an “inclusive and consultative government”, and his commitment to working alongside…
December 9, 2025
Greater effort to address needs of persons with disabilities, please
THE EDITOR, Madam: This is an open letter to Prime Minister of Jamaica, Dr Andrew Michael Holness I am writing to express my deep concern about the growing number of persons with disabilities and…
December 9, 2025
Letter of the Day | Cancer survivors are real heroes
THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica celebrated National Heroes Day on October 20, we paused to honour the great men and women whose courage and sacrifice shaped our nation’s destiny. Yet, even as we…