Sir, - It comes as no surprise that Aine Ni Chonaill (November 25th) does not understand the concept of democracy. It is not the rule of the majority. It is the rule of the majority with the consent of the minority. I realise this may create difficulties for Ms Ni Chonaill, given her previous reflections on minority rights in Ireland. - Yours, etc.,
Brendan Duggan, Castletown, Celbridge, Co Kildare.