Making sense of the new politics

Sir, – Having watched new politics in action, I still can’t make up my mind whether we have no real Government or no real Opposition. Perhaps the reality of the situation will reveal itself in due course. – Yours, etc,

DES KELLY,

Lucan, Co Dublin.

Sir, – In your editorial, Wed 21 Sep of September 21st, you write that Micheál Martin has shown considerable flair on the issue of water charges. I beg to differ. My dictionary defines flair as an " instinct for what is excellent". I suggest that what Mr Martin and his party have shown on this matter is an instinct for what is cynical, devious, opportunistic and populist. – Yours, etc,

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RORY CAMPION,

Ballyboden,

Dublin 16.