Dear Wolfgang,

As ever beautifully put, even though we may disagree on the science, that disagreement is in itself a healthy debate too. At least we can both examine the facts as they exist and take our considered opinions. The ones that annoy me are the pundits who don't even bother to take the time to look and come out with the predictable "kneejerk". Needless to say the trivializing modern media constantly looking for the "confrontational" often doesn't help any in taking the argument forward. Of course there are worthy exceptions as some have pointed out above and at least we must be grateful that some in media positions take a responsible attitude.

You are right. There is too much to lose not to take the "precautionary principle" on such an important issue. Our children and grandchildren will not thank if we can't be bothered.

mooman (ex-mcmoo)