SIR - I was interested to read Clare Fardell's comment (Gazette, May 7) regarding the town Post Office.

It seems Clare has the situation sorted - she goes somewhere else!

I would counsel you Clare, as a TOWN councillor, support your electorate - many of whom do not have the opportunity to go elsewhere, and use the TOWN Post Office.

At least then people would see you identifying with their difficulties, which would allow you to speak from a base of knowledge.

Don't be a Modern Major-General and lead from behind.

In closing may I say a sincere thank you to the Post Office staff who, in spite of the problems, are accommodating and helpful and always ready with a smile. Well done team.

Brian Davidge, Sibland Road, Thornbury.