THE EDITOR, Sir:I completely agree with Ian Boyne's repeatedly stated view (latest being 'Retreat must tackle values') of the importance of values and attitudes in the development of Jamaica.Although I have not lived in Jamaica for the past 30 years...
The EDITOR, Sir:For the last general parliamentary elections, the number of seats was increased from 60 to 63, with the Constitution being amended to provide for a maximum of 65 seats.One of the reasons advanced for the increase was to provide...
THE EDITOR, Sir: In order to progress, societies must adopt new technologies and innovate. Innovation is a key element of growth in the knowledge- based economy...
The EDITOR, Sir: Jehovah's Witnesses and the so called 'Armstrongites' can be likened to Dr Suess' character Grinch, that spoils and dampens people pleasure in Christmas and Easter, which both sects deem as idolatrous.
For decades, Jamaica has been known as one of the top tourist destinations in the world. It is also true that Jamaicans are the most ingenious, helpful, friendly and hard-working set of people.
THE EDITOR, Sir:Frank Gordon lived his life as a 'walking encyclopaedia' with rich knowledge on critical watershed periods of the sociocultural and political landscape of Jamaica's history and heritage.
THE EDITOR, Sir:I concur with Mr Winston 'Niney' Holness regarding the piracy that goes on in the world today with reggae music (Gleaner, 'Is reggae being stolen?', March 20, 2013).
André Haughton's article 'Jamaica should take full advantage of sports tourism' (Gleaner, March 20, 2013) is the best analysis presented on sports tourism product development to date.
THE EDITOR, Sir:'All work and no play will make Jack a dull boy' is a popular saying that emphasises the point that too much work is detrimental.Extending the school year will definitely...
THE EDITOR, Sir:Following the tabling of a presentation on the Toll Roads (Tyre Deflation Device) Regulations in Parliament recently, some assertions were made by MP for South Western St Catherine, Mr Everald Warmington.These assertions were that (a)...
Question: Do you think it is appropriate for Robert Rainford, permanent secretary in the Ministry of Local Government, to stand as surety for former Cash Plus boss?No, how can a government officer do that? It's like aiding and abetting.-...
THE EDITOR, Sir:FEAR AND abhorrence of governmental power to try people twice for the same conduct is one of the oldest principles enshrined in the law.
THE EDITOR, Sir:ISSUES OF bail are governed by the Bail Act of 2000 (as amended), and the regulations pursuant thereto.The fact that the former permanent secretary in the Ministry of Justice stood bail for the accused Carlos Hill was deemed, by you,...
THE EDITOR, Sir:MUCH HAS already been written and said about the late Frank Gordon, OD, who passed away on March 4, 2013, on the eve of his 9lst birthday, March 22.
THE EDITOR, Sir:The Ministry of Education continues to pay out millions of dollars to satisfy the wage demands of teachers, but student outcomes remained dismal.There are two major reasons for the dismal outcomes, and both must be shared...
THE EDITOR, Sir:On Friday, March 15, 2013, the GCT I paid on my grocery shopping was $814.97 at the current rate of 16.5 per cent.I have calculated that if the rate of GCT was 20 per cent, I would have paid...
