SIR - I cannot believe some of the charges levelled at the Government regarding their intentions over the Romanian and Bulgarian situation.

The most disgraceful is that they have given in to populist politics'. What is wrong with populist politics, since it reflects real democracy and the vast majority of public opinion?

It's a damned sight better than the ideological politics responsible for the mess this country is in now.

It's obvious that those against are frightened of public opinion and show an arrogance more suitable to dictators.

Gary Lorriman, North Walk, Harden