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Letter of the Day | Is road traffic enforcement being carried out fairly and transparently?

THE EDITOR, Madam: On October 15, after passing through the Vineyards Toll Plaza in Bushy Park, St Catherine, while travelling towards Kingston, I was stopped by police officers who appeared to be conducting a traffic enforcement operation. Personnel were positioned on both sides of the roadway.

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17 Oct, 2026 0

Jamaica is a very real place

THE EDITOR, Madam: On a daily basis, one has to conclude that Jamaica is a very real place, brimming with creativity. It is more than a movie script. So, let’s start munching on the popcorn. A…
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17 Oct, 2026 0

Commissioner Blake is correct: Dismantle the gangs

THE EDITOR, Madam: Commissioner of Police Dr Kevin Blake is absolutely correct, and he deserves the country’s full backing. When he told criminals that their havoc and fear now have the full…
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17 Oct, 2026 0

Global debt and the new age of recolonisation

THE EDITOR, Madam: A process of global recolonisation is under way, as validated by examining how skyrocketing global debt, assertive Western diplomacy and Eastern infrastructure loans function in…
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16 Oct, 2026 0

Letter of the Day | Workplace bullying – the hidden cost to productivity

THE EDITOR, Madam: Workplace bullying is an issue that deserves far greater public attention, particularly as Jamaica continues to grapple with low productivity and concerns about the well-being of…
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16 Oct, 2026 0

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16 Oct, 2026 0

Rebuilding Jamaica shouldn’t begin with expensive office space

THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica’s recovery from Hurricane Melissa must prioritise affected families, damaged homes, hospitals, and livelihoods. Against that urgent need, the reported decision by the…
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15 Oct, 2026 0

Letter of the Day | NaRRA’s real problem isn’t the salary. It’s the scoreboard.

THE EDITOR, Madam: The recent anger over the pay of the CEO of the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA) is not simple envy. The Government has confirmed that Major General Antony…
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15 Oct, 2026 0

Let’s make water and fresh fruit the easy choice in school

THE EDITOR, Madam: During school breaks, children should be able to easily access drinking water and fresh fruit. This may seem like a simple goal; however, for a healthy choice to become a habit, it…
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15 Oct, 2026 0

St Mary’s water crisis and its ripple effects on the community

THE EDITOR, Madam: