Jamaica Gleaner
Published: Saturday | October 3, 2009
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LETTER OF THE DAY - Strengthen public accountability systems
The Editor, Sir:Phillip Chambers wrote a letter calling for the Government to administer the necessary bitter medicine, and I have to agree with him.

Energy costs and the economy
The Editor, Sir:When I heard that the Government was planning to sell its 20 per cent shares in the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) to members of the public, I rejoiced and said that this was a glorious opportunity for the 'small man' to own a part of that...

New light on solar energy?
Editor, Sir:I was amazed to hear the real reason why Jamaica, with blazing sunshine all year round, has not pursued solar energy on a national scale.

No room for arrogant ignorance
The Editor, Sir:Regarding the Caster Semenya story and Sean Major-Campbell's article 'Why, God Why?' (September 27), I agree that there are many issues to be explored so that we can be compassionate and not condemn or make fun of anyone.

NOTE-WORTHY: Inconsistency in tax protests
I found it very interesting that the International Airlines Travel Association (IATA) is complaining about the increase in departure tax from Jamaica, but I did not hear them complaining about the US$15.00 cost of...


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