Power cuts
Sir,—So, once again, we are victims of industrial action, this time being subjected to power cuts. It is, I suppose, fortunate that, in this instance, we are not in the depth of winter, and particularly so for those householders who depend entirely upon electricity for their heating facilities. While we all might be denied lighting, television and radio, at least in our home the efficient kitchen incinerator, although threatened with extinction by clean-air extremists, will continue to supply a much cheaper source of heating for the hot water cylinder and also boil the kettle for a comforting cup of tea as we sit in semi-darkness and make toast on the open fire.—Yours, etc.,
JOHN ROWLEY. December 6, 1988. Sir, —I think the electricity strike is great. Not only does it show how over-dependent we have become on this energy source, that so few of us understand and appreciate, or how much influence it has on our lives. However, when it has vanished, the cries and disruption can be heard and seen afar. So here is to a day that breaks the routine of millions. Three cheers for chaos.—Yours, etc.,
HARRY MONCRIEFF. December. 6, 1988.
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