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…
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…
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.…
July 4, 2026
Letter of the Day | Time for reform of the school system
THE EDITOR, Madam:
The Primary Exit Profile (PEP) examination was introduced with the worthy intention of assessing students and facilitating placement in secondary schools. Yet, years later, it is…
July 4, 2026
Address Linstead’s garbage problem
THE EDITOR, Madam:
I am writing, as a concerned citizen, on the state of affairs in Linstead. For years, I have observed how the town and its environs are treated by adults and children alike.…
July 4, 2026
Consider light rail/tram system for public transportation in Kingston
THE EDITOR, Madam:
At the recent launch of the Spark Main Roads programme, there was an interesting announcement of plans to utilise the space above the storm drain system in Kingston to build more…
July 3, 2026
Letter of the Day | Jamaica must reclaim its digital vision
THE EDITOR, Madam:
Thirteen years ago, a Gleaner news story headline said, “E-books to change Jamaican landscape.” At the time, structural optimism prevailed. Digital publishing was championed as…
July 3, 2026
July 2, 2026
Letter of the Day | Take a chance on a recent graduate
THE EDITOR, Madam:
As another cohort of graduates from The University of the West Indies prepares to enter Jamaica’s workforce, I issue a simple appeal to government, the private sector, and public…