It comes as no surprise that Covid-19 has changed UK working patterns for good (Report, 5 October). I look forward to seeing this new army of homeworkers organising to encourage employers to subsidise internet connections, utility bills, office furniture and computer paraphernalia. Above all, companies must fulfil their duty of care, with particular attention to mental health issues and workplace assessments.
Andrew Lugton
Harrow, London
• On a cold, damp morning in a confused and frightening world, the beautiful and innocent smile of baby Arthur Wheeler was just what I needed (Alone and in pain: one woman’s struggle for breastfeeding support, 4 October). Thank you.
Dorothy Mitchell
Seaburn, Sunderland
• I’m disappointed that your writers have not found a substitute for the ugly “staycation”, which suggests a long wait at Euston rather than rock pools and heather hills. It isn’t easy (UtreK? Brit-hol?), but perhaps readers might be inspired.
Celia Clear
Cranbrook, Kent
• I’ve just received an email from the Guardian bookshop about a book I ordered, which is being reprinted. I’m told that the expected availability date is 6 May 3905. Oh well, perhaps one of my descendants can read it.
Tony Fletcher
Neath
• Isn’t a female old master simply an old mistress (Letters, 4 October)?
Dr Allan Dodds
Bramcote, Nottinghamshire
• When the story of these times comes to be written, will it be called The Lack of Foresight Saga?
John Napier
Knutsford, Cheshire
