Madam, - Your coverage of Polish citizens living in Ireland lining up to vote in their country's election is a powerful reminder of the importance that migrants place on this link with their native country.
It also highlights the fact that Ireland is one of a small and shrinking number of developed nations that do not give overseas citizens any voice in the political process.
Nearly 100 countries have overcome the logistical and political hurdles involved in granting emigrants voting rights. Ireland's stance on the issue is out of step with our technological and globalised world. - Yours, etc,
NOREEN BOWDEN,
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Director, Éan - Emigrant Advice Network,
Carmichael House,
North Brunswick Street,
Dublin 7.