SIR - Highfield SRB are to be congratulated on the new traffic calming measures in Highfield Lane but why, when dimpled slabs have been installed for those with sight impairment, have they not also lowered the pavement corners to allow for wheelchair user access?

DOROTHY GRANT

The Hallows,

Shann Park, Keighley

SIR - It has been with interest I have followed the saga of the 'Green Roof' belonging to Marsel of Silsden.

The shade of green has not met with the approval of the council so has had to be changed. I noticed the other day this was now in process.

I personally have seen nothing wrong with the shade of green, indeed some roofs in the vicinity are no better. My eyes have been drawn instead to the unsightly blue balls on the other side of the road.

These should not be there in the first place.

But perhaps now the council or whoever would like to either remove these eyesores or have them painted green to match the roof in question.

I await further developments with interest.

MURIEL SIMPSON

Silsden

SIR - I read last weeks letter from Mr Silson with astonishment and disgust.

It is oh so easy to criticise people like Mr Samuels, who are prepared to stand up and be counted. Those of us who have paid attention to the machinations of the Keighley Town Council agree with Mr Samuels that we indeed have reason to be wary.

Mr Silson seems primarily concerned with the cheap jibe rather than to address the central issue.

Perhaps Mr Silson would care to enlighten your readership with his ideas of the way forward for the politicians of the democratically elected members of Keighley Town Council.

He could perhaps shout his ideas to passing vehicles on Skipton Road or, Heaven forbid, he might even stand for election in a year' s time.

His sad and bewildering references to North Korea beggar belief.

P Gallagher

Greenhead Lane

SIR - Antony Silson, in attacking me by innuendo, suggests I sought public office, i.e., Mayor of Keighley.

This I find rather sad. Like his words, his perception does not have credibility, as it appears that his information is sourced from thin air or given to him by people with no brain cells.

My refusal to accept or to hold chains of office in any group within Keighley Town Council is well documented. If Mr Silson had bothered to delve into my activities within Keighley Town Council he would have discovered that his outrageous innuendo is obnoxious and anathema to my character.

As an extra hand I gave time, views and judgment when attending many council committee meetings. Note: I voted for Cllr Leathley as Town Mayor, as at the time I had thought he had qualities needed to lead Keighley forward and out of the clutches of Bradford District Council and its Keighley-based Bradford District Councillors.

With hindsight, while others who voted with me may still believe they made the right decision, I now firmly believe that I made a mistake. Could your correspondent name one item, other than seeking truthful answers and compliance with democracy, which denigrated Keighley Town Council? Lastly, as one who fought on foot and with money for a Keighley Town Council, which Mr Silson and his like never did, I will encourage the new Mayor to give action and dignity to her words as reported on her election as Town Mayor, words which may possibly give succour to all who believe in democracy and who believe in the concept of a Quality Charter Mark Council.

David Samuels

Oxenhope

SIR - I am looking for any veterans, or immediate relatives of veterans, who served as under-age boys during the First World War.

Many thousands of boys served in the forces aged as young as fourteen and fifteen, and I am keen to make contact with any who are still alive and who would now be aged 101 years or above.

Their memories will be used in a Channel 4 documentary telling the story of the boy soldiers and sailors for the first and, inevitably, the last time.

I am also very keen to find any relatives of the boy soldiers and sailors, younger sisters or brothers, who recall them going off to war and the effect their service had on the rest of the family.

Lastly, I am looking for any documents, letters, memoirs or photographs of boy soldiers and sailors, to help illustrate the programme. Should you be able to help then please write to Richard van Emden at Testimony Films, 12 Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5RS or telephone 0117 925 8589 or alternatively e-mail: mail@testimonyfilms. force9.co.uk

RICHARD VAN EMDEN

Testimony Films

SIR - Thanks to The Stroke Association Volunteers.

The Stroke Association has over 4,000 volunteers who selflessly give up their time to support stroke patients throughout England and Wales.

Our organisation would like to thank our volunteers for all the assistance and dedication they have given us over the years.

Volunteers Week is in June and we would like to take the opportunity to say 'Thankyou' to all our volunteers. From helping stroke patients with rehabilitation and supporting them in regaining their independence, to assisting with events and administration, our volunteers play a vital role in helping The Stroke Association to reach its goals.

The devotion and commitment that these volunteers have shown is outstanding. If you are interesting in becoming a volunteer please phone 084530 33100.

Margaret Goose

Chief Executive

The Stroke Association

SIR - Some of your readers will have places in this year's Great North Run on September 21.

I would like to ask those runners who have not yet decided which charity they wish to run for, to consider running for Diabetes UK.

Around 1.4 million people in the UK are diagnosed with diabetes, and there are probably another million who have the condition but do not know it. This figure could double by the year 2010. It can lead to complications such as heart disease, kidney damage, stroke and lower limb amputation. It is also the largest cause of blindness in people of working age. Diabetes also affects children. Currently there are around 18,000 people under 18 with diabetes in the UK. Diabetes UK is the leading diabetes charity in the UK, supporting all people with diabetes, their families, friends and carers.

Diabetes UK Careline 020 7424 1030, is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, and offers callers confidential information on all aspects of diabetes. We also fund diabetes research, spending around £5 million annually on projects.

Runners who would like to support Diabetes UK should contact Duncan Robertson on 01325 488 606 or email north&yorks@diabetes.org.uk for further information and an invitation to our post-event hospitality.

PAUL R STREETS,

Chief Executive

Diabetes UK