Fulfilment of Jamaica’s destiny is not tied to the country’s continued advocacy for reparatory justice.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness made the argument in his National Heroes’ Day message on Monday.
Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness.
Jamaica submitted its petition on the historical injustices associated slavery to King Charles on September 7.
The King has since referred the petition to the London-based Judicial Committee of the Privy Council.
A provisional hearing is set for the week of March 8, 2027 to determine certain points of importance about enslavement.
