CAN I say a heartfelt thank you to the people of Evesham and surrounding area who turned out in their thousands last Sunday to demonstrate most strongly to the Primary Care Trust their total rejection of the proposed cuts in services at Evesham Community Hospital.

It is abundantly clear to myself and the Action Group that residents are determined to continue the battle in whatever way possible. Evesham has a hospital to be proud of with loyal and dedicated staff whose desire in life is to support and care for the community which they serve. We need to continue to support them. Well done to all and thank you once again.

FRANCES SMITH, Town Mayor of Evesham, Chairman of the League of Friends and co-ordinator of the Action Group, Mayor's Parlour, Abbey Road, Evesham.

l See Mayor's Week below eight.