Borneo Bulletin Opinion
| Ministry probes
‘nagging teacher' in Seria claim
This is in response to the letters "Parents complain against nagging teachers" by 'Disappointed Parent' (BB Sat April 23, 2005) and "Parent cries foul over discipline method at tuition school" by 'New Age Mom' (BB Sat 30 April 2005). The complaint made by 'Disappointed Parent' has been investigated by the Private Education Section, Ministry of Education, and all foreign Science teachers teaching at registered private schools in Seria claimed that they have never acted in the manner described towards their students. With regard to the claims made by 'New Age Mom', the Ministry of Education advises the writer, for further action, to refer the matter directly to: Registrar for Educational Institutions and Teachers Private Education Section, Director General's Office 4th Floor, Block D Ministry of Education Old Airport Road, Berakas BB3510 Telephone 2382621 (during office hours) The Ministry of Education would like to advise the public to report matters pertaining to negative or unprofessional attitudes in schools first to the relevant sections in the Ministry of Education, and in full detail, to enable it to carry out investigations satisfactorily. - Head of Public Relations Unit
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| Smelly puddle in
staff room no more
In response to "Fuming over smelly puddle in staff room" written by 'Brownei_in_Brunei' in the Borneo Bulletin of 20th April 2005, the Department of Planning and Estate Management, Ministry of Education, would like to state that efforts have been made to resolve the problem concerned. All school administrators are aware that problems related to school building maintenance are to be reported to the Department of Planning and Estate Management, Ministry of Education, Old Airport Road, Berakas BB3510. However, repairs and maintenance, depending on the seriousness of the problem, need to go through certain procedures, which take time to carry out. In the case concerned, the problem was resolved in just over two weeks from the date the complaint was made by the school itself. - Head of Public Relations Unit,
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| Dim sum with toxic
scare?
My family and I are dim sum lovers but recently we had a change of taste. We learned from a famous dim sum kitchen staff who told us why his dim sum tasted so good. It's simply because they add in a type of ingredient to make the dim sum taste nicer. To my horror I wondered how can this be happening here in Brunei as this ingredient is banned in food because it is considered a slow poison that can cause cancer. I'm seeking the help of health authorities to check on this dim sum stall inside a food court in the capital where a lot of people go to, as this unhealthy dim sum could kill us all one day. - Concerned Mother |
| Response to SMS
service in USA by DST In addressing the query of SMS User published in the Opinion column in the Weekend May 14, 2005, we appreciate your valuable feedback and wish to thank you for bringing this issue to our attention. DST sincerely values the concerns raised over the SMS IDD. DST is pleased to announce that DSTCom users are able to roam to over 70 countries worldwide with 134 mobile operators including the USA. The two service providers in USA that have currently established agreement with DST are Nextel (iDen) and T-Mobile (GSM1900). We would like to further highlight in reference to T-Mobile operator, they only cover a certain extent in Central East, West and Southeast states. On the other hand, in relation to the Nextel operator, it offers its subscribers Dual Mode iDen800/GSM 900handset (Motorola's i2000) requirement for a successful transaction. DSTCom hopes that with the above clarification, the writer will be able to utilise the information while DST will always take a positive note on any feedback received and endeavour to continuously enhance its services. We trust the above response would address the SMS User's Concerns. In the event of further clarification required, we are pleased to invite the writer or any inquiries pertaining to he international services by either email via roaming@simpur.net.bn or dial to our DSTCare 151 call centre. - Pengiran Hj Zahari Pengiran Hj Damit, - Manager of Corporate Communication Unit, - DST Communications Sdn Bhd - Tungku Link |
| Would industrial
projects make Brunei less healthy to live in? Despite growing urbanisation and the ensuing destruction of nature, Brunei is still a natural jewel and, unlike other countries in the region, the population continues to enjoy relatively unpolluted air and uncontaminated rivers and sea. However, it is apparent that the country is currently contemplating on embarking on industrial projects, which could ruin Brunei's natural heritage and make it a far less healthy place to live. Have the environmental and human health implications of such ventures been thoroughly explored? - Environmental Watchdog |
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Coward on wings |
| Discriminating
against foreigners isn't a healthy solution Recently, I overheard a local voicing dissatisfaction as to why some government posts were given to foreigners. (This included foreigners who were PRs but weren't local Bruneians.) I would like to voice my opinion here. I have friends who are locals, expatriates, PRs as well as foreigners. All of us have equal rights to apply for a job accordingly to our qualifications. And in most cases, the results of the interview may not be decided by just one person. Some PRs are born and brought up locally too and some are married to local Bruneians. Verbal discrimination against foreigners isn't a healthy solution. We should work together as one to build up a nation. Please take a good look at our neighbouring countries. They have many expatriates, foreigners and locals working together hand in hand. All of us deserve equal opportunities. Furthermore, Brunei also encourages locals to work abroad. I myself would feel for those who are working abroad or the foreigners who work here in Brunei with or without their families. - I Love You Brunei |
| Hoping to see more
pretty faces on board I'm a frequent user of Royal Brunei Airlines. I normally fly quite frequently each month and I love flying with RBA. The crew on board is doing their work well and the cabin crew serves us with a smile. I'm very satisfied with the way the cabin crew treats passengers on board. They are very friendly. The reason why I'm writing this email is to ask why can't RBA recruit some more pretty stewardesses? I hope RBA will be strict when recruiting people. With that I hope to see more pretty faces on board. - Maria Lisa, Canada |
| MoE says no problems
have been encountered in the registration of private schools This is in response to "Need some help to get our tuition school going" by 'Concerned Entrepreneur' published on the 4th May 2005. Guidelines in the establishment of private schools have well been introduced since early 1990s. These guidelines are continuously updated from time to time. In the process of registering private schools, applicants are required to follow specific rules and regulations as stated in the "Education Order 2003", Part VI, section (61) and (66). The Private Education Section would like to inform that based on record; no problems have been encountered in the registration of private schools. Applicants who are sincerely interested will fulfill the registration requirements with adequate knowledge both in the field of education and management. - Head of Public Relations Unit - Public Relations Unit - Ministry of Education - Bandar Seri Begawan |
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