LETTER OF THE DAY - Spend money to prevent recruitment of corruption
The Editor, Sir: This is in response to the Dennie Quill column 'Awful truth about the police', published on September 26:Hi Dennie: Regarding your column on September 26, I do concur that the police have no pride in their work....
Our future in the hands of teachers
The Editor, Sir: As educators and students usher in the new school year our educators are crying foul and are demanding justice from the government. Since inflation has no pity on the pockets of the proletariat, the over 22,000 teachers are restive...
From a new lexicon
The Editor, Sir: The following piece of correspondence was sent to my mail-box recently.New lexicon: Usain (v) - to break every world record and thereby annoy the Americans at the Olympics.
Jamaica must watch
The Editor, Sir: Thanks for your editorial page and I hope Jamaica is watching closely the downfall of a great country's economy. You said something that is so true and that is when a country stops producing and starts importing goods ...
It's the masses who win elections
The Editor, Sir: I have always thought that Sista P was an invaluable asset to the PNP, however her worth has always been underrated. She is a leader that resonates with the people, a leader that is able to attract the masses...
No business without ID
The Editor, Sir: Recently, I visited the Accountant General's Department on King Street, Kingston, in order to conduct business, only to realise that a new rule has emerged whereby one is compelled to produce identification before being allowed to enter...
How to economise
The Editor, Sir: While there is absolutely nothing that anyone can do to prevent utility costs from rising, there is much to be done to keep electricity consumption to a minimum. I do not live in Jamaica, but I go 'home' at least twice a year....
Some anti-crime measures
The Editor, Sir: The crime situation in Jamaica has been allowed to continue for too long. It is my belief that there are actions that the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) can take to reduce the murder rate...
Foreign language policy good idea
The Editor, Sir: I note with interest the consideration of the Education Ministry to initiate a foreign language policy for schools. I applaud this move which has taken too long to be implemented in our schools...
Fuss over dress code at ministry
The Editor, Sir: The significance of my grandmother's favourite quote 'clean your house before you clean your neighbour's' came to fore on Friday, September 26, when I visited the Ministry of Education. I was denied entry to the second floor...
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