Dear Sir or Madam.... - Page 2

**Tdol** · #11 22-Aug-2003, 21:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by dduck

You might consider adding Dear Madam, but essentially yes.

Iain

I always use 'Sir or Madam' as I think just 'Sir' is not appropriate with so many women in the workforce. 'Madam' alone might be rectifying history, but I wouldn't go for it.

dduck · #12 23-Aug-2003, 20:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by tdol

In BE, that would not be the case- we'd use 'faithfully'.

What he said! :)

Iain

**Tdol** · #13 23-Aug-2003, 20:30

Although many BE users get them mixed up.

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