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5:02pm Friday 7th March 2008

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No post for outpost Why is it that Royal Mail can make a Sunday collection from a supermarket in Leominster yet cannot make one from a sorting office in Ludlow?

Answers on one side of A4 please.

T W Froggatt, Ashford Carbonel, Ludlow.

Open meeting can discuss Readers House I have found a great deal of genuine interest in Ludlow, for the creation of a trust to acquire the Readers House and renovate it for the benefit of Ludlow, its inhabitants, future generations and visitors.

A number of groups in the town are considering what they might be able to do to help and it is hoped that in the near future an open meeting will be called to assess the total degree of support for this project.

John Nash, Old Street, Ludlow.

Still time to claim Land Army badges I was delighted to hear that government has approved a commemorative badge to recognise the vital work done by women who served in the Land Army, helping to keep the nation fed during the Second World War.

Many Worcestershire women served until the Land Army was finally disbanded in 1950, and can now qualify for the commemorative badge to mark their service to the nation.

Around 20,000 Land Girls' still survive, and I would encourage women who wish to claim the commemorative award for themselves or for a relative to download the application form from the Defra website, or send contact details to Richard@richardburt.org and I will be happy to send a form in the post to ensure that entitled women receive belated recognition for their toil on the land all those years ago.

Richard Burt Liberal Democrat parliamentary candidate West Worcestershire Contractors spell out plans for road works THREE months of road closures and disruption on the B4214 at Nash has brought an invitation for contractors to spell out to the parish council what they were doing to reduce the inconvenience.

Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions Ltd is replacing a 1275m section of 8in PVC main which feeds the reservoir from a large trunk main carrying supplies to various parts of Shropshire.

Following five bursts along the section within the last two years the replacement main is to be laid in the road in case future work or connections are necessary.

Work commencing at the north end will be carried out by directional drilling in 100m sections and, where deemed necessary, by open cut techniques.

Due to health and safety regulations it is not possible to carry out the work with traffic lights as it will encroach on both sides of the carriageway due to the restricted road width and the size of plant.

A diversionary route was agreed with the Highways Authority with traffic having to be diverted to roads equal to or above the highest class of the road which is closed, hence a long detour. Nash Parish Council has requested temporary notices restricting HGVs and other heavy vehicles.

Arrangements have already been made with the School Bus Company for an escorted minibus to convey its passengers through the works.

Arrangements have also been made for esential services such as post, refuse collection and emergency to be maintained.

Properties adjacent to the work area and fire hydrants are served from a 120mm service main so normal water supply will be maintained. Wherever possible, residents will be advised prior to any water disruption.

Rob Harris, the BBUSL customer liaison officer, on 07791 926010 is dealing with any queries.

Set-up procedures for drilling work are underway.

Jeff Boak Nash Parish Council.

Helping lives hit by a devastating illness Meningitis Research Foundation is working in the region to help individuals and families whose lives have been affected by meningitis and septicaemia, the blood poisoning form of the disease.

These are devastating illnesses which affect some 3,000 people every year in the UK. They can kill in hours and leave many others with after effects that can be as serious as brain damage, deafness and amputations.

You can get information on meningitis and septicaemia by calling Meningitis Research Foundation's Freefone 24 hour helpline - 080 8800 3344. Building on 19 years of experience in supporting families affected, the charity provides a listening ear, as well as in-depth support, befriending and home visits.

Our trained staff and nurses are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Information on meningitis and septicaemia is also provided in 22 languages in both written and audio format, from the Foundation's website - www.meningitis.org. Additionally an interpretation service is available in 120 languages through the helpline.

Knowing the symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia is vital as early diagnosis and treatment offers the best chance of a good recovery.

However, for those already affected the foundation can provide that much needed help and support.

Julia Warren, Meningitis Research Foundation.

Rubbish left outside my home for third week BEING a taxpayer I wish to let you know that for three weeks my dustbin bags have been left outside my home.

Having informed Malvern Hills District Council that they have been left, the attitude you receive is one of they don't care. Why do we pay council tax if it is to be ignored?

Jo Griffiths, The Crescent, Tenbury Wells.