Jamaica Gleaner Commentary published: Wednesday | May 19, 2004
The oil price dilemma
The good news reported from the Director-General of the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), Dr. Wesley Hughes, is that the economy has passed the recovery stage and is on a growth path.
OVER MORE than a decade I have been writing this column I have been consistent in pointing out the rot in our national education system, which seems not to be able to do the job - either at the primary or secondary level.
FOR MOST Jamaicans, a good night's sleep is essential. Yet, for an increasing number, sleep deprivation is now the norm as sound systems, boom boxes and night-clubs make it impossible to enjoy nocturnal rest.