A chara, - The significant space allocated recently in your columns to the IMMA contractual squabble suggests the following:
There is nothing else of interest happening in the cultural life of the capital.
After 10 years of unprecedented development, jobs for life are now a priority in the arts sector.
Receiving a gift implies an obligation.
Validation from abroad is still vital to our fragile self confidence.
Perhaps there is only one Irishman who can speak to the international art establishment.
Conflict resolution skills are scarce south of the Border.
My advice to all parties concerned is: sort your squabbles out quietly, as the majority stakeholders in your national institution, the citizens of Ireland, frankly don't give a damn. - Is mise,
Paraic Breathnach, Plas Naomh Eoin, Gallimhe.