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Letter of the Day | CCJ’s internal disputes and Jamaica’s choice

THE EDITOR, Madam: The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) is facing increased scrutiny following the publication of leaked emails in the Trinidad Express, which reportedly reveal serious disagreements among five of the court’s six sitting judges concerning the leadership of CCJ President Justice Winston Anderson.

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Adopt protective, proactive approach to use DNA testing

THE EDITOR, Madam: Despite the challenges, the potential of DNA testing to solve crimes, exonerate the innocent, convict the guilty and bring closure to families is immense. Jamaica can learn from…
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Scores displaced as several homes demolished in Coopers Pen, Trelawny You cannot convince me that there wasn’t a more humane way to do this! These people faced a catastrophic Cat 5 hurricane less…
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August 13, 2026

Letter of the Day | Coopers Pen: Where was the prevention?

THE EDITOR, Madam: The demolition of approximately 20 homes in Coopers Pen, Trelawny, should trouble the conscience of every Jamaican. Reports indicate that residents were awakened around 3 a.m. as…
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August 13, 2026

Hanover deserves better

THE EDITOR, Madam: An open letter to the National Solid Waste Management Authority and the Ministry of Health and Wellness The people of Hanover deserve better. Garbage collection is not a…
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August 13, 2026

Managing Jamaica’s water wisely

THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica has long been known as the “Land of Wood and Water”. The description reflects the island’s lush forests, numerous rivers, springs, and waterfalls. The country is blessed…
August 12, 2026

Letter of the Day | J$94b credit-card debt demands stronger oversight

THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica’s outstanding credit-card balances have climbed to a record J$94 billion, raising urgent questions about borrower protection, lender conduct, and the effectiveness of…
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August 12, 2026

Limited academic opportunities for medical students

THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica is often described as facing a shortage of healthcare workers, but one important factor is rarely discussed: the cost of medical education. At The University of the West…
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August 11, 2026

Letter of the Day | Embrace values and ethics-driven approach to development

THE EDITOR, Madam: There is a dim light at the end of Jamaica’s proverbial tunnel, according to remarks by Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton during a tour of the construction of the…
August 11, 2026

The right of every Jamaican

THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing in response to a recent letter regarding beach management in Jamaica. The narrative surrounding public beach access has become convoluted, overcomplicating a simple…