LETTER OF THE DAY - How Singapore solved its traffic gridlock
The Editor, Sir: Your editorial on traffic congestion contains some sensible solutions that should have been put in place long, long ago. The trouble is lack of strong leadership and a willingness to face the real problem, which is to confront and re-educate road users...
Bullying tactics by the banks
The Editor, Sir: In response to your article in Saturday's Gleaner, I am very concerned about this matter, and wondering when was it that we the people of Jamaica lost our free will. What right do these banks have to try and deny people the right to live comfortable.
Agree with Golding
The Editor, Sir: I totally agree with Mr. Golding and I will tell you why. When the JLP won the election, Mr. Golding made a beautiful speech inviting the Opposition to make a better Jamaica together. What ensued? Papers were shredded and a computer mysteriously stolen.
Air Jamaica can make a profit
The Editor, Sir: I love Air Jamaica and I would not like to see that name and the airline disappear. Air Jamaica can return to profitability if it returns to its original concept and offer the best service in and out of Jamaica. First agenda item is to audit the airline...
Banks reminded about meltdown of the nineties
The Editor, Sir:I read with amusement your article on the way that Jamaica's local banks have suddenly decided that they should close all accounts with any unregistered entity that is involved in the financial sector. I encourage you to go back in memory...
In defence of the civil service
The Editor, Sir: Your Letter of the Day entitled 'Civil Service in run-down state', which appeared in the Monday, November 19 publication of The Gleaner, necessitates a response. While I have no problem with criticism that is healthy and helps to effect adjustments,...
Direct election for all mayors
The Editor, Sir:Whichever party wins the parish council elections, I am asking that in the near future that all of Jamaica's mayors be directly elected.Why? I think that there are so many capable and prominent persons in the wider society who can manage the councils' business...
How to reduce traffic accidents
The Editor, Sir: Traffic accidents are eating up a very large portion of our medical budget each year. We have increased the traffic fines to the point where they have now gone through the roof and are still going higher. Most motorists that are given traffic tickets...
Taking precautions
The Editor, Sir: Please allow me to offer some advice regarding cellphones and credit cards. The technology exists whereby a mobile phone can be deactivated, all you need to know is the registered number, phone the company and explain that your cellphone...
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