THE EDITOR, Sir:
THE DIRECTOR of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Mr. Kent Pantry is obviously upset, at the media's revelations of shortcomings in the office, over which he presides. His reaction is to threaten media personnel and to put in place strategies that will plug all 'leaks' from his office.
What Mr. Pantry and others who think like him do not seem to realise is that they are servants of the public who should conduct the people's business in the full glare of public scrutiny. The ordinary citizens depend on the media to make them accountable and transparent.
Dressed in brief authority, Mr. Pantry apparently believes that any criticism of him as DPP must be suppressed. This is not only reprehensible but potentially injurious to the public good.
The Constitution recognised the independence of the Prosecution's office for good reason. But it is quite clear that this office is in need of serious reform.
I am, etc.,
REV. RALSTON B.
NEMBHARD
stead6655@aol.com
Via Go-Jamaica
