Sir, – I recently read the sponsored article titled “Irish pubs remain the beating heart of the country’s social life,” December 8th. Later that day my son rang and said he was charged €8 for a pint in Heuston Station. Words fail me. – Yours, etc,
TONY HUTCHINSON,
Co Westmeath.
Sir, – At a recent wedding reception, the waitress/waiter kindly offered red or white. Positively an advancement from the former choice of Blue Nun or Black Tower, but my preference still remains orange or lemon. Could hoteliers please take note of the sober guest? – Yours, etc,
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