Call For PNP To State Position On Statements Made By Senator Lambert Brown

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Senator Lambert Brown

The PNP Must Clarify Whether Senator Lambert Brown Speaks for the Party. Friday's sitting of the Senate should have been an opportunity for a thoughtful and informed debate on the government's Third Country Nationals (TCN) agreement. Instead, it was overshadowed by the reported vulgar remarks and inflammatory rhetoric of Opposition Senator Lambert Brown.

Jamaicans expect their parliamentarians to engage in spirited debate, but they also expect them to uphold the dignity of the Senate. Resorting to vulgar language does nothing to strengthen an argument. It lowers the standard of parliamentary discourse and distracts from the serious policy issues before the nation.

Even more troubling were Senator Brown's reported attempts to frame the discussion in ideological terms by referring to the United States as an "evil empire" and suggesting that the events of February 28 demonstrated how even a small country with advanced drone technology could challenge a much larger military power. His comments appeared to reference the recent conflict involving the United States and Iran, where the role of drone warfare featured prominently.

Such rhetoric raises serious questions. Jamaica's relationship with the United States is one of our most important bilateral partnerships. The United States remains Jamaica's largest trading partner, one of our principal tourism markets, a major source of investment and remittances, and a longstanding security partner in the fight against transnational crime and drug trafficking. Recklessly characterizing one of Jamaica's closest allies as an "evil empire" is not only inflammatory but risks undermining the spirit of diplomacy that serves Jamaica's national interests.

Every parliamentarian is entitled to hold and express personal views. However, when those views are expressed from the floor of the Senate, they inevitably invite scrutiny as to whether they reflect the position of the political party represented.

This brings us to the central question: Does Senator Lambert Brown's conduct and rhetoric represent his personal opinions alone, or do they reflect the official stance and values of the People's National Party? The PNP owes the Jamaican people a clear answer.

If the party believes Senator Brown's vulgar language and characterization of the United States were inappropriate, it should say so unequivocally. If, on the other hand, it believes his comments accurately reflect the party's position, then it should be equally prepared to defend that position publicly.

Silence is not neutrality. Silence creates the impression that such remarks are either tolerated or endorsed.

Political parties frequently demand accountability from their opponents. The Jamaican people are entitled to expect that same standard of accountability within their own organizations. Leadership means setting standards of conduct that reflect respect, maturity, and an understanding of Jamaica's place in the international community.

The debate over the TCN agreement deserves careful examination, evidence-based arguments, and respectful disagreement. It does not deserve vulgarity, ideological grandstanding, or language that demeans Parliament and risks damaging relationships with one of Jamaica's most important international partners.

The People's National Party now has an opportunity to make its position unmistakably clear. Was Senator Lambert Brown speaking only for himself—or was he speaking for the party?

Contributed by Anthony Fisher

Anthony Fisher

Anthony Fisher attended Frome Technical High and Illinois State University. He has a BSc in Mass Media. A former videographer at the Jamaica Information Service, he is now a Multimedia Communication Specialist at the University of Illinois.

Anthony is a member of the diaspora who continues to show keen interest in Jamaica. We appreciate members of the diaspora supporting Bark Di Trute.

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Countries With The Highest And Lowest Per Capita Income

In this blog, we look at the top and the lowest per capita income (PCI) for those countries that have reported for 2024. We also found out where Jamaica placed.

 

Jamaica falls at position 120 among the top 240 countries that have figures for their per capita income (PCI) for 2024. There are 266 countries in the World Bank database of countries for PCI. There is no PCI data for 2024, for 26 countries.

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Statement From Dr Andrew Wheatley's Team

The Following Is A Statement From Dr Andrew Wheatley's Team - June 30, 2026

Dr. Andrew Wheatley

The Integrity Commission has given a formal undertaking to the Court that it will not charge South Central St. Catherine Member of Parliament Dr. Andrew Wheatley until the Court rules on an application by Dr. Wheatley for leave to seek judicial review of the recommendation that he be charged.

A hearing into the application by Dr. Wheatley for leave for Judicial Review has been set for July 23. The development occurred in the Supreme Court this afternoon.

Attorneys for the Commission, its Director of Investigation, Kevon Stephenson and acting-Director of Corruption Prosecution, Kelly-Ann Murdock, gave the undertaking to the Court on their behalf.

This in response to a move by Dr. Wheatley's lawyers to seek an injunction to prevent him being charged before the application for leave to seek judicial review is heard.

An undertaking to the Court by lawyers is considered enforceable and subject to contempt proceedings if breached.

Dr. Wheatley's legal team was also granted permission to make amendments to their court filings as they seek to strengthen their challenge to the recommendation by the acting-Director of Corruption Prosecution that he be charged.

The Integrity Commission is to file affidavits in response to the submissions made by Dr. Wheatley's legal team by July 13.

Dr. Wheatley's legal team is to file an additional affidavit on or before July 17.

The application for leave to seek Judical Review is to then be heard on July 23.

Dr. Wheatley has taken the Integrity Commission to Court over its recommendation that he be charged with illicit enrichment.

The Commission had alleged that Wheatley's assets are disproportionate to his earnings to the tune of 164-million dollars. But Dr. Wheatley has accused the Commission of acting unreasonably and unfairly and failing to take into consideration several circumstances which render its allegation false, including 168-million dollars in rental income accumulated over nine years.

Dr. Wheatley has named Director of Investigations Kevon Stephenson and acting Director of Corruption Prosecution Kelly-Ann Murdock as defendants in his court filings.

Dr. Wheatley is being represented in the civil aspect of the case by Abe Dabdoub,  King's Counsel Ransford Braham and Neco Pagon.

The Integrity Commission is being represented by King's Counsel Kevin Powell.

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Breaking News - Wheatley Not Charged As Yet.

Dr Andrew Wheatley.

Dr Andrew Wheatley has not been charged as yet as recommended by the Integrity Commission. Dr. Andrew Wheatley has gone to the Supreme Court seeking permission to apply for a judicial review of the decision by the Integrity Commission (IC) that he be slapped with multiple charges, including illicit enrichment.

A reliable source says that the courts will deal with the matters relating to the recommendations by the Integrity Commission, and then certain decisions will be made afterwards. The court will deal with these matters on July 23, 2026.

Based on the statements made by the IC, I get the impression that the IC has found that Wheatley has committed certain acts and should be changed. Wheatley's team will no doubt question this and put arguments forward stating that the IC acted ultra vires. The private sector and other organizations should hold back on their judgment of Minister Wheatley, which might be premature. 

Can you imagine if the IC pushes for charges against several cabinet members and certain organizations call for these cabinet members' resignation? This could cripple the government. Interesting days are ahead.

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Alert - NWC Notice For Constant Spring Service Area

From The Water Commission - June 30, 2026

The National Water Commission (NWC) is advising that it will be implementing water regulation measures for the Constant Spring Water Treatment Facility in St. Andrew, due to declining inflows at the Hermitage Dam.   

Current data indicates the Hermitage Dam is at 65.4% of its 393.5 million gallons (MG) capacity, reflecting reduced inflows associated with the ongoing dry spell. To safeguard remaining supplies and ensure equitable distribution, water supply regulation will take effect Friday, July 3, 2026.  

The regulated supply schedule times will apply to the following communities: 

Nightly,  between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Central Avenue, Honey Hill, Beverlydale, upper sections of Constant Spring Road, Roehampton and nearby areas, Highland Drive and nearby areas, upper Waterloo, Donmair, Mannings Hill Road, Patrick City, West Avenue, Queensborough,

Queensbury, upper sections of Molynes Road, Molynes Gardens, Perkins, White Hall Avenue, Duhaney Park, Pembroke Hall, Sullivan Avenue, Swansea Avenue, Oaklands, sections of Hughenden, Valentine Gardens, upper Grants Pen,  Shortwood Avenue, Meadowbrook Estate,  Camperdown,  Dunrobin, Ziadie Gardens,  Cassava Piece and surrounding communities

Daily, between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Eastwood Park Road to Washington Boulevard, lower sections of Constant Spring Road, Cassia Park, Waltham Park Road, Chisholm Avenue, lower sections of Molynes Road, Half Way Tree Road, Hagley Park Road, Maxfield Avenue, Moreton Park, Richmond Park, Cockburn Gardens, Kencot, Whitfield Town, sections of Cross Roads, Maxfield Park, Lyndhurst Road

It is to be noted that due to location and/or elevation, all areas will not receive water supply simultaneously during scheduled supply periods.  

Customers are encouraged to store water during supply periods and conserve for use in the off times. 

Customers requiring trucked water assistance may request service by contacting NWC Customer Care toll-free at 888-225-5692.

The NWC appreciates customers’ cooperation and understanding as we work together to manage water resources during this period. For updates, customers may call toll-free 888-225-5692 or follow @nwcjam on all social media platforms.

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Demonstrators Take A Stand In Cross Roads - PNP Big Wigs Give Support

Bark Di Trute reports indicate that the size of the demonstration now taking place in Cross Roads has increased. It is now minutes after 10:00 am. The following pictures were captured at the scene.

Certain TikTokers would not be left out as they made their presence felt, ensuring that they were in the limelight. The language of some of these TikTokers is more appropriate for the pit latrine.

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Sam Carty

We look forward to hearing from this coalition of demonstrators who demonstrated in Cross Roads today. We hope that we are not seeing another set of aspiring politicians who, when they get power, will not make a difference. I would love for them to look at the data Bark Di Trute has published about crime, gross domestic product, and per capita income. There is plenty that they can all learn from those figures.

Opposition Leader Mark Golding was at the demonstration. He recorded a statement while he was with the demonstration. Click on the video icon below to listen to the Opposition Leader.

Opposition Leader Mark Golding.

MP Julian also recorded a statement while he was among the demonstrators.

MP Julian Robinson.

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Demonstration In Cross Roads

It is now 7:40 am and reports coming from Cross Roads is that the advertised demonstration for this morning has far more police than demonstrators at this time. 

The organizers who are unknown probably expect a bigger crowd later in the morning.

If you are in the area, please update me on the situation by sending a WhatsApp message to 876 816-5261. 

Thanks and all the best.

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Jamaica And The Caribbean Per Capita Income - Frightening Figures

 

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I have posted these tables to encourage economists and others to examine our country to see where we are coming from and where we are going. I would love for them to share their knowledge with people in a way that is easy to understand.

Per capita income (PCI) is the average income earned by each person in a specific geographic area (like a city, state, or country) over a specified period, usually a year. It is used to evaluate a population's overall standard of living and economic well-being.

When we look at the figures, you will see that the per capita income of Jamaica puts it just above Haiti, which is at the bottom of the list.

We should note that those countries that did not opt for independence have enjoyed a higher PCI than most of the Caribbean countries that are independent, as shown in Table III.

Although we have increased our PCI since 1962, as shown in Table I, we are far behind the Bahamas, as shown in Table II.

Data was obtained from the World Bank website, and some data were missing.

Another independence celebration approaches, and it cannot just be about songs and dances. The country has to look seriously at moving all economic indicators in the right direction. The first table I presented in this series showed how crime has developed over the years, and that has negatively impacted the ability of our country to move forward economically. 

Wasting time talking about certain political issues locally and internationally cannot be our main focus. Political parties and how they perform in the polls cannot be the main focus. A country is the biggest business containing various businesses, and we have to treat it as such. If we don't treat it as such, our families and our people will pay for it dearly.

Note: I hardly believe there are any errors in the data, but please let me know if you see anything that is unusual. The figures for the calculations were extracted from the World Bank website. Some data were not available or were missing.

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The Political Parties Have Lost Their Tongues On The Julian Chang Issue?

Opposition Leader, Mark Golding

Mrs Julian Chang

Bark Di Trute brought the news to you first about the resignation of Julian Chang from the PNP. It seems that all lips are now sealed. We have not heard from MP Dwayne Vaz or the Opposition Leader Mark Golding.

Chang is very popular in the Savanna La Mar division, and as the former chairman of the party in the Westmoreland Central constituency, her stock is high. The JLP is also silent on this matter. Is the JLP laying out the red carpet for Mrs. Chang, and could she stand a chance against Dwayne Vaz in the next general elections? In the meantime, she will be an independent councillor with the potential to become a JLP councillor.

It is best that we have transparency, or else fake news will run things. Let's hear from the political parties. Bark Di Trute also understands that a PNP councillor-caretaker from Trinityville in St. Thomas has also resigned!

Is it that there is a falling out in the PNP at the grassroots level? We are aware that some PNP members are not supportive of the modus operandi of some PNP members. Is this developing into a rift within the party? Are there challenges to the PNP leader? We are aware of a councillor in St. Catherine who is ready to take over the leadership of the PNP when the trumpet sounds.

The race is on, and while it might seem like the PNP is targeting the JLP heavily at this time, it could be Mark Golding ensuring that he sits comfortably in his seat as party leader. The PNP will also have to consider if they want the PM to always welcome him as the Opposition Leader!

I would love to know what the Bark Di Trute readers think. Please add your comments at the bottom of this blog. The political leaders follow the Bark Di Trute blog

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Glen Case The Popular Model From The 1970s

 

Glen Case

Former popular model and media personality in the 1970s, Glen Case, is having major challenges at this time. We wish him all the best.

Glen modelling with Patsy Yuen.

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