n I RECENTLY went into a Marks & Spencer store with my grandson and, not being able to find what we wanted, I asked one of the young lady assistants where boyswear could be found.

Her mouth opened, her jaw fell and her eyes flew open. After gawping at me in utter puzzlement for a full three seconds she said "Ye mean kids?".

My jaw dropped speechless. Ah well, I suppose someone will award her with what I am told is called a Lo value qualification certificate.

E F Showell,

Fernhill Heath.