Viewers’ Views (Press, 28 May 1975)

In a letter published on 28 May 1975, a writer expresses appreciation for Des Britten's cooking show, noting that he makes cooking appear enjoyable, which contrasts with the writer's own view. The writer admits to not enjoying cooking and has a humorous perspective on mishaps in the kitchen, declaring that a wet meat-and-vegetable mixture will be referred to as "soup," while a dry version will be termed "stew." The writer jestingly wonders what Britten would think of this approach. In another part of the publication, a different correspondent expresses strong disapproval regarding the idea of self-identified homosexuals becoming school teachers. The writer is alarmed that this viewpoint is gaining acceptance and anticipates that it could become a requirement for teaching applicants to disclose any homosexual tendencies, especially with the possibility of mandatory sex education in schools. Additionally, this writer advocates for a requirement that educators should possess strong English skills, particularly correct pronunciation. The writer highlights a specific annoyance with the mix-up of "woman" for "women" when referring to the plural form. The correspondence reflects ongoing societal debates at the time about teaching ethics and language standards in education.

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