A chara, – I would suggest to Fintan O'Toole that there is no harm in people enjoying a little "jaunty vulgarity", particularly at a sporting fixture (Opinion & Analysis, June 5th). We cannot always sit in an ivory tower, looking stern and omniscient. Perhaps the future of Amhrán na bhFiann could be decided by referendum. – Is mise,
BRIAN PATTERSON,
Newry, Co Down.
Sir, – I would suggest that the theme from Father Ted be considered for a new anthem. Everyone knows the tune, it has a bit of an Irish lilt, and in its own small way the series helped usher in a new era of healthy disrespect for our institutions.
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Now if only we had some appropriate lyrics! – Yours, etc,
ROBERT CHESTER,
Knocklyon,
Dublin 16.