LETTER OF THE DAY - Call for parish-run county councils
The Editor, Sir: The Thursday, September 27 edition of your paper carried an article written by Martin Henry on the ongoing cloudy situation surrounding the island's local government reform thrust. While I realise that there is much ongoing ignorance...
Constituency plan must involve 'locals'
The Editor, Sir:I want to use this medium to applaud the Prime Minister Bruce Golding on his move to have Members of Parliament submitting a development plan for their constituencies.I really love the move since it will allow more transparency...
Of police and eliminating garrisons
The Editor, Sir:There are two issues arising from the election and the campaigning that must have struck all of us who follow these events. A proposal to increase the police force by 4,000 members as part of the plan to fight crime.
I am watching, too, Mr golding
The Editor, Sir:I wish to say congratulations, Prime Minister Bruce Golding.I used to tell people that I will not vote because I do not see a difference between the parties. I have changed my course. This was the first time that I wanted to vote, unfortunately I was too late.
The meaning of 'fulsome'
THE EDITOR, Sir:I have just listened to a radio interview in which the word 'fulsome' was used nine times - where 'full' would have been suitable - both by one of our best journalists and by an eminent and eloquent guest.I was obliged to look up the...
Stiffer penalties are needed
The Editor, Sir: The week beginning September 24 has been a living nightmare for many Jamaicans as a result of the two major motor vehicle accidents, where 11 lives were lost. This is a grim reminder that we all need to make a conscious effort to drive responsibly...
Education decline
THE EDITOR, Sir: Our education system seems to be deteriorating daily teachers are trying their best. I believe some of the factors contributing to the deterioration are media output, politicians, and the attitudes of parents and children....
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