Letters
October 2025
Simplify storm bulletins
THE EDITOR, Madam: We are grateful to the government, media and meteorologists for the storm bulletins that are sent out. Though it would be great if the relevant authorities must instead name the…
October 2025
Reaffirm order, responsibility, and respect for parliamentary process
THE EDITOR, Madam: The conduct displayed by the Leader of the Opposition during October 21 sitting of the House of Representatives represents a regrettable departure from the standards of dignity,…
October 2025
No grounds to trigger rerun of poll in St Andrew West Central
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to the article, ‘Judicial review of decision not to void poll in PM’s seat set for November 18’, published in The Gleaner on October 21. “Section 37 of…
October 2025
Letter of the Day | Celebrate unsung heroes in cancer fight
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we observe Cancer Awareness Month, it is important to honour not only those bravely battling cancer but also the families, friends, and support groups who stand beside them each…
October 2025
Mr Brown’s ordeal a mirror held up to the cracks in justice system
THE EDITOR, Madam: Perhaps times have changed, and most police stations today are equipped with cameras so that ordeals like this no longer occur. This incident cannot simply be described as…
October 2025
The times they are a-changin
The Editor, MADAM: When US songwriter Bob Dylan wrote The Times They Are A-Changin in 1964, he must have had a peek into Jamaica 2025. Back when he penned those lyrics in the 1960s, little girls in…
October 2025
Letter of the Day | Preventing suicide through wellness education
THE EDITOR, Madam: Globally, suicide is the third leading cause of death among 15-29 year-olds, and approximately two per cent of children and 11 per cent of adolescents are severely depressed. Many…
October 2025
Consensus needed for constitutional reform
THE EDITOR, Madam: At the prime minister’s swearing-in, people were hopeful as they listened to his pledge to lead an “inclusive and consultative government”, and his commitment to working alongside…
