22 JULY 2000, Page 27

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From Mrs Muriel Sheridan Sir: As a Cornishwoman, I agree with some of the observations Petronella Wyatt made about the county and its people (Singular life, 24 June). The Celtic spirit and identity prevails; why then should Cornish Celts not enjoy being primitive and idle? Long live the delectable Duchy!

Muriel Sheridan

London SW1