Sir, – I'm sure that Minister for Foreign Affairs Charles Flanagan is aware that most reputable international airlines offer three classes of service ("Ministers cautioned on perks of St Patrick's Day", February 13th). His order bans St Patrick's Day flights in "first class". Unfortunately this means that our long-suffering Ministers will "only" be able to enjoy lie-flat seats, quality cuisine and lounge access in "business class" instead. – Yours, etc,
DAVID CASEY,
Vancouver,
Canada.