Your Letters: November 14

We attended the wonderful Bridgnorth Remembrance service last year whilst visiting family and decided to do the same again this year.

Once again, we were really surprised, touched and impressed with the professional organisation, respect and inspiration of the entire event.

We were moved by the huge attendance, which seemed to be even more than last year. We have never seen so many people take part in a town's Remembrance service. It was so busy.

The British Legion chairman John Whitty spoke with us explaining the event, history and asking about our military relatives. He kindly invited us to join the parade in memory of our military relatives, which was very kind and thoughtful. Participating in the large parade with military veterans, made us feel so proud to walk in their memory. The setting within the castle grounds was just perfect with the war memorial and the hedges reflecting the three services (Army, Navy and Air Force). Mr Whitty explained this so eloquently in his touching speech. The military band played the old war time favourites. The veterans with their flags and the last post being played were all very moving.

The speeches made by the British Legion chairman were reflective, very informative and extremely touching. The preparation and military knowledge were so evident to prepare for such a special event. Despite being very busy Mr Whitty spent time before and after the service to assist us.

We were in awe at how well this event was supported, the organisation and professional etiquette of the British Legion to deliver such a touching service. At the end of the service we thanked the British Legion chairman for the best Remembrance service that we have ever attended. Bridgnorth should be so proud to have this professional, well delivered, uplifting and beautiful service in their town.

K Mizen, Bridgend

TIPPING RUINS GREEN FIELDS

On a recent walk with my dogs, I encountered a sad but common sight. On the green land we were enjoying there was liberally distributed to remains of what appeared to be a bathroom renovation.

The individual responsible had thought it beyond them to pick up the cost of proper disposal of the waste material he or she had generated. The result is that we all pay the price both for disposal and the obvious visual spoiling of the environment within which we all live.

Similar is to be seen in bus shelters or, indeed, on the buses themselves. 

It appears that for many the idea of imposing a cost upon the rest of us is of no consequence. With such an attitude abroad, is it a shock that so many have no work and many more have never worked at all? The pandemic has fed this even further and many have not returned to gainful employment since it ended.

If we have people who think this way that others will always pick up the costs of their errant behaviour then we are toast. There can be no renewal with an attitude such as this. At this time of the year, we recall the armistice and the sacrifice made for what we have enjoyed. Sadly, attitudes of service and self-sacrifice have largely disappeared. Jealousy, envy and self-gratification come before all else for too many today. It can only lead to decline and that is what we are seeing.

Martin Bristow, West Mids

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