C. J. Haughey

Sir, - I accept, respect and understand the necessity for the Moriarty Tribunal, but a sense of proportion needs to be created.

C.J. Haughey brought in the hairshirt economy, the "seed" for the Celtic Tiger.

C.J. Haughey brought in an ingenious tax-break scheme that nurtured and nurtures creative people, artists and painters.

C.J. Haughey brought in the "bus pass" for the elderly.

C.J. Haughey brought in the IFSC and Temple Bar.

In short, he did what he had to do to make Ireland a better place for this and future generations. I make no comment on his lifestyle - that's his business. - Yours, etc.,

Eugene O'Neill, Stillorgan, Co Dublin.