Fanatics
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I cannot remember anyone expressing dissatisfaction with Imperial measurement in any of its forms, despite its complicated construction. In the insidious manner which has now become commonplace for the introduction of any change which is not likely to gain popular support, a foot was inserted in the door by the suggestion that some metrication was needed to further our export trade. This was accepted by the fair-minded British public but now suddenly most people realise for the first time, with the publication of the Metrication Board's 1975 report, the extent of the change.
Alterations to domestic standards such as road signs and a multitude of similar items which are never likely to have any bearing on foreigners or international trade, are being advocated without any consideration for the inconvenience, confusion, or even downright hardship of the people of this country. Many millions of pounds will have to be spent at a time when the national finances have never been at a lower ebb, and the time has come to cry halt to these fanatics! L. GORDON REED, MIRTE, MCIT, Shipman, Somerset.