Less grand standing and more grand plan needed

IT would be easy to get the impression that the tragedy of Haiti is seen as little more than a public relations opportunity to some in power.

Many seemed to be rushing to get in front of television cameras rather than doing something constructive. Getting help the island seemed to be painfully slow despite so many politicians getting involved and making promises.

The rows and apparent delay in responding immediately after the earthquake have underlined very starkly the weak organisation of structures that are supposed to help at times like these.