JAMES CONNINGTON,
Madam, - I found Kitty Holland's article "When every cent counts" (Weekend Review, November 30th) a stark and very sad commentary on the poverty with which some of our citizens are trying to cope. As for the Irish Times Reader Offer on the very same page informing readers of the opportunity to purchase a "timeless" handbag for the very special price of only €242.92, well. . . - Yours, etc.,
JAMES CONNINGTON, Christchurch, Dublin 8.