Madam, – As many will be aware, three constituencies are currently under-represented in the Dáil due to the Government blocking (by virtue of its majority) any proposals to hold byelections. Having been made aware of our Taoiseach’s high regard for his own patriotism, I am curious as to how he reconciles his own self-serving version with the patriotism (however imperfect) of previous generations who ensured our right to self-determination? – Yours, etc,