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BOJ needs to educate our citizens

THE EDITOR, Madam: It saddens me whenever I receive a torn, defaced or crumpled banknote as part of the change I am given when conducting business in public. Last week, I visited a local gas station…
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Who will police the police under the new demerit system?

THE EDITOR, Madam: As Jamaica prepares for the roll-out of the Demerit Point System on October 1, 2026, many citizens are hopeful that this new component of the Road Traffic Act will curb reckless…
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Death of the ‘beautiful game’

THE EDITOR, Madam: European money has effectively killed the beautiful game. Look at this year’s Brazil team: its players compete professionally all over Europe. In the days of the beautiful game,…
Letters
July 7, 2026

Letter of the Day | Ascot Primary incident not the disease, it is a symptom

THE EDITOR, Madam: The national debate over Ascot Primary School’s decision to deny graduation gowns to students who underperformed in the PEP examination has generated more heat than light. While…
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July 7, 2026

Critical to prepare youngsters for changing world of work

THE EDITOR, Madam: Life has always moved in cycles. One generation builds, serves, leads, and eventually retires, the next generation then steps forward to continue the work. But, today, that cycle…
Letters
July 7, 2026

Diplomatic dilemma: Jamaica’s strategic choice

THE EDITOR, Madam: Jamaica today finds itself navigating an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape. As competition between the United States and China intensifies, Jamaica must carefully…
Letters
July 6, 2026

Letter of the Day | The silent crisis facing children

THE EDITOR, Madam: Much has been said about improving the education system, but the issue of the growing number of young children with developmental delays who are not receiving the early assessment…
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July 6, 2026

Upholding democracy: The path forward

THE EDITOR, Madam: The Advocates Network (AN) is heartened by the positive feedback received following our protest on June 30. We believe it is essential to clarify our position. Our actions are born…
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July 6, 2026

The real challenge is forming digital citizens

THE EDITOR, Madam: The call by Dr Christopher Tufton for greater protection of children online, and Termario Daniels’ article ‘Why blocking social media won’t protect children’, are both welcome.…