20 OCTOBER 1990, Page 52

No. 1650: Prejudice rules OK

We all, I hope, have national preferences and aversions. You are invited to describe in amusing verse (maximum 16 lines) the qualities of a nation that you do not love. The word 'nation' includes such groups as the Scots, the Lapps or the Trinidadians. Hit as hard as you like, but no racist or religious abuse, please. Entries to 'Com- petition No. 1650' by 2 November.