Madam, - More than 30 years ago Conor Cruise O'Brien wrote that thanks to television, Ireland was now more anglicised than at any time under British rule.
This trend has manifested itself in our increasing obsession with British soap operas and soccer stars and with the antics of various royals.
Our retail sector is increasingly dominated by British multiples and one of our leading businessmen even calls himself "Sir". And how about Hampshire Downs for an address?
But perhaps most depressing of all is the involvement of the GAA in the promotion of sales of British-made crisps - in direct opposition to Irish products. - Yours, etc.,
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BRIAN BYRNE,
Ardlea Road,
Artane,
Dublin 5.