LETTER OF THE DAY - MPs should be properly paid
The Editor, Sir: The bellicose and frivolous responses that have greeted the issue of salary package for parliamentarians should not be surprising given the fact that our concept of freedom of expression has allowed a talk-show gentleman to use his over four hours...
Exposure can lead us astray
The Editor, Sir:Jamaica is slowly becoming a place where values and attitudes are compromised and influenced by what is seen on satellite television and what is right becomes second place to what is popular.
Keep our African heritage alive
The Editor, Sir:The observance in Jamaica of the bicentenary of the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade is indeed appropriate and commendable, and I hope that the year's commemorative activities planned will not be terminal in scope...
Caution in real estate investment
The Editor, Sir: The Sunday Gleaner carried an article on the recent run up in the price of real estate. The increase is due partly to the high cost of construction in Jamaica, but another significant factor is due to pure speculation by investors who are looking for a quick return.
Toll road increase
The Editor, Sir: With the advent of the toll road at Bushy Park, some were very happy to rid themselves of the torture of going through the township of Old Harbour. However, the consistent increase of the rates payable, coupled with the frequent increases of the price...
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