Letters
October 2025
Honouring our heroes
THE EDITOR, Madam: Heroes Day has come and gone. The Heroes will soon be forgotten as the world turns its attention to war and mental health challenges and more. To honour our National Heroes we…
October 2025
Letter of the Day | Consensus on inclusive and participatory constitutional reform process
THE EDITOR, Madam: At his swearing-in, many Jamaicans were encouraged to hear the prime minister commit to “an inclusive and consultative government” and to partner with the opposition leader in…
October 2025
A case for rice and peas and chicken
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we celebrate our heritage, it may be time to go to the cultural table to rethink some of the symbols that represent who we are today. For some years, I have been wondering if…
October 2025
Teachers need their freedom
THE EDITOR, Madam: As educators in Jamaica, we are compelled to express our deep concern regarding the increasing demands placed on us, which are encroaching on our personal time and infringing on…
October 2025
Substance over symbolism in Vale Royal Talks
THE EDITOR, Madam:
October 2025
Controlled population growth key to sustainable development
THE EDITOR, Madam:
October 2025
Culture of crudeness and indiscipline in schools
THE EDITOR, Madam: It seems as if Jamaica has found itself on a steady diet of indiscipline and crudeness among children, both in the classroom and on the streets. The once-sacred space of learning…
October 2025
Schools need to embrace transformational leadership
THE EDITOR, Madam: It is important that more principals move away form traditional leadership of bureaucratic and autocratic styles to become transformational leaders if they are to improve their…
October 2025
Locals dreading party at Puerto Seco Beach
THE EDITOR, Madam: Entertainment centres are buzzing with events this weekend and it appears that Puerto Seco Beach in Discovery Bay is not to be left out. Despite the noise and traffic confusion at…