I KNEW it was only a matter of time before one of the beautiful ducks that are inhabiting Hastings Pool would be run over and it happened last week. It wasn't even moved to the side of the road, just left.

I walk by there most days and the ducks are a pleasure to see, but the cars that travel through Barnards Green and up Guarlford Road go so fast.

The ducks cross the road to go to the small pond on the other side of the common. If you are driving that way please go a bit slower, just in case! If there are any ducks left they may soon be crossing with their ducklings.

Why does man have to spoil all that is lovely on this planet?

SUE NUTTALL, Campion Drive, Malvern.