Letters
12 Mar, 2026
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If you earn in Jamaica, you should pay taxes in Jamaica
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Government’s plan to apply General Consumption Tax (GCT) to digital services offered by overseas companies has generated predictable criticism. Yet, when stripped of the noise,…
12 Mar, 2026
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How the government can reduce cost of living by 30 per cent
THE EDITOR, Madam: Reducing the present taxes on oil by 50 per cent will be a game-changer for Jamaica. Here is a potential plan: Lowering the tax on oil imports would lead to a decrease in fuel…
11 Mar, 2026
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Letter of the Day | Cuban doctors criticised, Chinese labour diplomacy normalised
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Government of Jamaica’s decision to discontinue the long-standing medical cooperation agreement with Cuba has reopened an important national conversation about labour…
11 Mar, 2026
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Saluting Dr Simone Dundas Byles
THE EDITOR, Madam:
11 Mar, 2026
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CARICOM is broken
THE EDITOR, Madam: CARICOM is broken. The recent glaring foreign policy and philosophical differences on Cuba, vocally expressed by Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar and…
11 Mar, 2026
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Address deeper social issues affecting children
THE EDITOR, Madam: Recent reports aired on TVJ News revealing that vendors are openly selling vapes, sex toys, and ganja to high school students are deeply troubling. While laws exist to punish such…
10 Mar, 2026
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Letter of the Day | Stop erasing their memories
THE EDITOR, Madam: Cuba/Jamaica relations have resurfaced again. This time it has taken on a more significant geopolitical tone based on recent development from the Donald Trump administration as…
10 Mar, 2026
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Honour the caregivers
THE EDITOR, Madam: In recent years, I have gained a deeper appreciation for the caregivers who support us throughout life’s journey. From birth and adolescence to rehabilitation, disability support,…
10 Mar, 2026
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Stem the decline of community values
THE EDITOR, Madam: The rapid decline of community values in Jamaica is a problem that I believe needs to be taken seriously. Many communities in the past were known for their strong sense of…