Madam, - I find the increasing use of a phrase imported from the UK, "bog standard" or "bog", to be insulting and irritating. It implies that the ecological and geological marvel that our island enjoys is something base and mediocre.
Another phrase that has crept into common use is "Cheers". Please say "Sláinte" instead! - Yours, etc.,
KEITH NOLAN, Caldragh, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim.