The People’s National Party (PNP) has hit back at Senate President Tom Tavares-Finson over his recent comments on Jamaica’s proposed accession to the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) as the country’s final appellate court.

The Opposition said Tavares-Finson’s position reflects an attitude that disregards the fundamental issue of ensuring that all Jamaicans, regardless of their economic circumstances, have meaningful access to justice at the highest level.

In a statement Wednesday, the PNP took issue with Tavares-Finson’s declaration that it would be “reckless” for Jamaica to commit to the CCJ.