2 DECEMBER 1972, Page 27

Into Europe

Sir: Two or three things I am tiring of: .

1. The assumption that those in favour of EEC entry have " logic" on their side while those against have only "emotion." 2. Phrases in this connection such as, "the die has been cast" or "the decision has been made." If it had gone the other way these same people would be saying. "We must not regard this set-back as final."

3. The increasing use of phrases such as, "We fully recognise the very natural fears and anxieties which many people feel on this subject (whatever it is) but . . ." — the ' but ' meaning that public opinion is again going to be ignored in any action taken. L. A. Partridge 72. Eastfield Avenue. Bath. Somerset