Sir, - Your report of November 19th quoting Ivor Callely made heartening news at the approach of the festive season. Surely it bears reiteration for the historical record:
"Mr Callely told The Irish Times last night: `The Department of Justice has information and intelligence to indicate there are great abuses of the system. If people are known to be abusing the system, be tough and throw them out.' "
Is it not gratifying to witness such political courage in these cynical times? But where exactly does Ivor intend to throw his party? - Yours, etc.,
Damien Flinter, Ballyconneely, Co Galway.