Big Up

The Dudus COE has had some stellar performances given by public officers notably: Ambassador Coye, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Jeremy Taylor, Snr. Deputy DPP, Head of the Extradition Unit, DPP's office.

Ambassador Coye was credible. This expericed diplomat showed her mettle under cross examination. She sought the guidance (and protection) when she was of the view that the questions posed required her to submit answers not within her knowledge, competence or authority.  The lady was good.

Jeremy Taylor was professional in his approach, aided and abetted by the calm Lord Gifford.  The Snr. Deputy DPP maintained his considered opinion in the face of the constitutional challenges launched by Frank Phipps QC. Taylor's statement/contribution was very helpful to an understanding of the processes involved.  The advice given to SG Leys on the phone was a classic; its elabloration in preparation for the meeting that was not held seemed very comprehensive.

The public of Jamaica will be somewhat re-assured from the performances of these two public officers that all is not lost. Ambassador Coye is at the pinnacle of her career; Jeremy Taylor has a bright future ahead. Make no mistake, it is no easy feat to withstand cross-examination carried out by the likes of Phipps, Small and Knight - silks of the finest calibre.

We await the performance of SG Leys, AG Lightbourne and PM Golding. Make sure that you have a ringside seat in front of JNN it is shaping up to be the real bangarang.