KINGSTON, Jamaica — As banking and Government services become increasingly digital, greater measures must be put in place to ensure Jamaica’s senior citizens are not left behind, says Opposition Spokesperson on Gender Affairs, Persons with Disabilities and the Elderly, Denise Daley.

Making her contribution to the 2026 Sectoral Debate in Parliament, Daley warned that while technology has improved efficiency, it has also created new barriers for many elderly Jamaicans who struggle to access essential services.

Daley noted that many senior citizens do not own smartphones, have reliable internet access or possess the digital skills required to navigate online banking and Government platforms.