‘Accountability does not mean punishment’

The National Parenting Policy, under which parents will be held accountable for their children, should be ready by the end of this year, says Education Minister Andrew Holness. However, parents need not fear that this is a whip in the making that will be cracked over their backs the moment their children are caught in any anti-social behaviours.

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One Response to “‘Accountability does not mean punishment’”

  1. Baby Moses says:

    Yes, more of this is needed in Jamaica. “Accountability.” Parents are soley responsible for what their children becomes. All criminals out there would not have been criminals if they had proper parental guidance.

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kimesha Posted by: kimesha November 3, 2009 at 5:48 pm