Letters
March 14, 2026
The Caribbean dancing to another tune
THE EDITOR, Madam: Cayman Islands recently legalised same-sex relationships despite the opposition of many people, politicians and churches. This has not happened in Jamaica and much of the Caribbean…
March 13, 2026
Letter of the Day | Airbnb important to Jamaica’s economy
THE EDITOR, Madam: Over the years Airbnb has emerged as a vital contributor to the local economy. While large hotels dominate the landscape, Airbnb has proven to be a game-changer.
March 13, 2026
From Mr Dithers to Mr Flip-Flop
THE EDITOR, Madam: On the evening of March 9, the Canadian federal parliament held a debate on the Iran War, but Prime Minister Mark Carney was absent. For once, he was not on one of his very…
March 13, 2026
Taxing online shopping won’t save local businesses
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Government’s recent announcement that taxes will be applied to certain online purchases and digital services has sparked widespread discussion. While the measure is intended to…
March 12, 2026
Letter of the Day | Supporting mothers, an investment in Ja’s future
THE EDITOR, Madam: Recent comments by Jamaica’s Health Minister, Dr Christopher Tufton, urging women to have more children in response to the country’s declining birth rate have sparked important…
March 12, 2026
Preserving dignity on dialysis
THE EDITOR, Madam: Today, as the world observes World Kidney Day, it is worth pausing to reflect on the quiet and often unseen struggle faced by thousands of Jamaicans living with chronic kidney…
March 12, 2026
Leadership requires honesty
THE EDITOR, Madam: For decades, the Jamaica Labour Party has declared its alignment with “the West”, a stance rooted in Cold War realities when a young Jamaica sought stability through partnerships…
March 12, 2026
If you earn in Jamaica, you should pay taxes in Jamaica
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Government’s plan to apply General Consumption Tax (GCT) to digital services offered by overseas companies has generated predictable criticism. Yet, when stripped of the noise,…
March 12, 2026
How the government can reduce cost of living by 30 per cent
THE EDITOR, Madam: Reducing the present taxes on oil by 50 per cent will be a game-changer for Jamaica. Here is a potential plan: Lowering the tax on oil imports would lead to a decrease in fuel…