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Let Mr. Statia of the GRA tell us about this ban in the US

Jun 13, 2017 Letters

Dear Editor,
Smartphones have become one of the most important technological devices in modern times. In fact the usage of smartphones surpasses that of a personal computer. Smartphones are utilized for commerce, health, news, social media, communications, education, banking, emergency response, entertainment, photography and many other areas of our daily lives. Developing countries are hastening to rollout telecommunications infrastructure to enable its population to connect to the internet via smart devices. The recent statement by the Commissioner General of GRA suggesting a ban on smartphones on GRA premises is inconsiderate and backward thinking.
Firstly, the GRA is not known for efficiency and a fast turnaround time. Transactions can be lengthy and in some cases more than one visit is required. GRA also uses a number system where customers have to sit and wait under an outdoor tent, rain or shine, until their number is called. It will be unfair for the public to waste valuable time sitting under a tent sometimes for hours doing nothing when they can utilize their phones during that time.
Secondly, the Commissioner should focus on creating an organisation that is customer friendly, efficient, and incorruptible. This will lessen his fears about any of GRA’s corruption been exposed by his fellow workers. I am sure in Mr. Statia’s country of residence, USA, a ban on smartphones in public places will be unheard of.
M. Craig

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