THE EDITOR, Sir:

I AM confused. Is it that the Prime Minister has no say in who works for him as a solicitor general? And, if the appointment of Mr. Stephen Vasciannie is a recommendation, why is this being foisted on the Prime Minister?

Let's say, for example, that the Human Resource (HR) Department at a company recommends someone for appointment and the head of the Dept. under which the new officer will work is uncomfortable with having this person work for them. Isn't it OK for the Department head to say to HR - "I do not want this person working for me, therefore, do not employ him or her"? Shouldn't the head of the Dept. have this say or right?

In that context, I can't understand the rigmarole and all that is going on with the appointment of Mr. Vasciannie. Of all the powers available to the Prime Minister's Office, are you telling me that he does not have the power to decide who works for him and who doesn't, especially in such a sensitive position? It makes no sense to me.

Why is Mrs. Simpson Miller insisting that the Governor-General appoint Mr. Vasciannie as recommended by the former Public Services Commission? Can she do this? Is she insisting on his appointment because she thinks that this is for the good of the country, OR is it that she wants to make life difficult for Mr. Golding by giving him nightmares as she had promised? It must be clear to any sensible person that the employment of Mr. Vasciannie to a government who does not enjoy his confidence cannot be any good for the country.

Also, why would Mr. Vasciannie want to work for someone who doesn't have any confidence in him? What is Mr. Vasciannie trying to prove by not withdrawing his application for the position of solicitor general?

I am, etc.,

JEAN-ANN

jeanannbartley@yahoo.com