I referred to collectors, not trade

MADAM – Mr Johnson has gone a little off track in his criticism of my viewpoint (ATG No 2274) by citing the case of the antique trade, whereas I specifically referenced collectors. Also, I did not say that “teenage fads lasted until the age of 35”. I added “and grown up with a little more time and money on their hands”.

Mr Johnson says he sees plenty of 30 year olds with houses and money to spend, but in most of Englan…

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