The sale of Glin Castle in Co Limerick is an opportunity for the State to show that it is not still suffering from the illness of knowing the price of everything and the value of nothing.

The sale of Glin Castle in Co Limerick is an opportunity for the State to show that it is not still suffering from the illness of knowing the price of everything and the value of nothing.

While it is true we have some problem drinkers in this country, the vast majority of those who enjoy a drink in good company are perfectly responsible people in control of their alcoholic intake.

The austerity affecting the people is an indictment of the previous government, and the present one. 

The question of rehabilitation and the action that can be taken in respect of the prison service must be addressed.

Enda Kenny is trying to convince us the marriage referendum has nothing to do with the next generation.

I am glad there are people out there that are not gagged by ‘political correction’ and are not afraid to speak about commonsense approaches to mass migration to Europe from the third world. I refer to Dr Frank Giles in his letter on (Irish Examiner, April 22).

When the idea of a Marriage Equality Referendum was first mooted a furore erupted indicating the need for legislation for the protection of children.

I am writing in response to Paddy Monaghan’s letter (Irish Examnier, April 21) in which he criticises Ms McAleese’s stance based on the fact that it is in opposition to the views of some churches in Ireland. 

On my 67th birthday earlier this year I received the best gift ever — a new grandson.