DEAR EDITOR -- There has been much criticism of the plans to bring Waitrose to Droitwich Spa, e.g. a letter recently 'Let's have consultation.'

Without wishing to enter into discussion about promises made by councillors, may we put on record the fact that there are residents in Droitwich who will be pleased to see the arrival of Waitrose here.

We look forward to the improved shopping facilities. Many of us currently travel to Malvern or Cheltenham to visit Waitrose, or make a trip to Tesco in Warndon. We believe that this shows people will travel here when Waitrose is up and running.

For those who dislike the thought of shopping at Waitrose we would like to confirm that it is not compulsory.

W J & C A Powell

Wensleydale

Droiwich Spa