Does Jamaica have a human rights problem? - Chuck says no, Opposition calls claim 'delusional'
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June 11, 2026
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Justice Minister Delroy Chuck says Jamaica “does not” have a human rights problem, a claim the Opposition is demanding he withdraw, citing police-related fatalities, including 11 civilians killed in 24 hours this week.
"Jamaica does not and I hope will never have a human rights problem," Chuck told the House of Representatives on Wednesday during his sectoral debate presentation.
The minister pointed to Jamaica's performance under two international accountability mechanisms as evidence of the country's standing, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the Universal Periodic Review.
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