From Mr Michael Holman, London E3 UK

Sir, In your editorial “In praise of a free and vigorous press” (July 9) you describe the News of the World as a “venerable” tabloid newspaper. The Oxford English Dictionary defines “venerable” thus: “accorded great respect because of age, wisdom or character”. Did you mislay your dictionary? Or is your moral compass somewhat wonky?

In praise of a free and vigorous press

The full article can be found at: http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/758600b2-a98e-11e0-a04a-00144feabdc0.html

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