While Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey’s cautious approach to cryptocurrency is commendable, he perhaps needs to be more forceful in his criticism (referencing the July 29th editorial). Cryptocurrency, frankly, is problematic. Its speculative nature renders it unsuitable as a reliable means of exchange, and its inherent lack of transparency facilitates illicit activities such as global drug trafficking, human exploitation, and even the financing of terrorism. Beyond its contribution to global instability, it also generates a significantly high and unnecessary carbon footprint. It is imperative that our financial regulators adopt a more forthright and honest stance on this issue.
Nick Makepeace
Narberth, Pembrokeshire
Back in 1948, during my elementary school years, I was frequently summoned to the headmaster’s office. My punishment? Two sharp strikes on each hand, simply for talking out of turn. Looking back, I realize I was simply ahead of my time, possessing an abundance of what is now called “oracy” (as discussed in the August 1st letters).
Alan Woolley
Weybridge, Surrey
Regarding Mike Lowcock’s letter concerning King Charles (July 31st), it’s important to clarify that wearing a *sgian-dubh* (translated somewhat patronizingly as “dagger” for your English readership) is perfectly legal when it forms part of traditional Scottish attire.
Mark Westwood
Edinburgh
Could any of the 472 white stork sightings reported over London between 2016 and 2023 (August 4th Report) potentially indicate assistance being provided to the overstretched maternity services within the NHS?
David Fellows
Storrington, West Sussex
Here at our local recycling center in Grantham (July 30th Letters), they’ve hung a picture of Margaret Thatcher in the breakroom. It seems to have become an impromptu dartboard.
Lyn Hogan
Grantham, Lincolnshire
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