Sir, - Given the very healthy state of the public finances, may I urge that the funds now available be used with a social conscience. Long overdue improvements in health, education and other social services must be undertaken. The fruits of strong economic growth should be equitably spread among all sectors of society and not used to reduce the top tax rate, thereby benefiting the already comparatively prosperous. - Yours, etc.,
North Avenue, Mount Merrion, Co Dublin.