Hanging necessary
THE EDITOR, Sir: THE MOUNTING slaughter of our police men/women by criminals (so-called gunmen) has reached crisis proportions. The chilling silence of the human rights brigade is equally disturbing.

Non-partisan committee for scarce benefits
THE EDITOR, Sir: IN THE wake of the slaughter of three JLP partisans in Temple Hall over road work, the PMI led by Bishop Herro Blair has hit upon a brilliant plan for the non-partisan distribution of scarce benefits.

Disgraceful transportation service
THE EDITOR: Sir IT IS with consternation I read of the arbitration award of $12 billion or some range between $7-$12 billion for the former operators of the transportation system.

Bus award should be overturned
THE EDITOR, Sir: THE RECENT decision by the arbitration panel to award $12 billion (including interest) to the Ezroy Milwood-led NTCS is not correct.

A most welcome sight
THE EDITOR, Sir: I WAS extremely pleased when driving through Half-Way Tree on the morning of October 15, to see our Half-Way Tree clock actually working. It was a most welcome sight.

PM: Very insightful man
THE EDITOR, Sir: WHATEVER MAY be said of Jamaica's present Prime Minister Percival James Patterson, one has to admit that he is a very insightful man.

Desecrating our flag
THE EDITOR, Sir: I WAS in Jamaica recently for a one-month programme at the University of the West Indies. I must say notwithstanding the many reports of crime on the various newscasts, I found Jamaica to be a truly enjoyable place.

Stagnation all around
THE EDITOR, Sir: THIS IS the month when Jamaica celebrates Heritage Week and its heroes.

Sex, sun and beach?
THE EDITOR, Sir: I AM a student now studying in Brazil. After being here for two years I have never really seen much on television about the Caribbean, not to mention my little Jamaica.