SIR – I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the dozens of people who contacted us following a recent appeal for Oxfam’s Bookfest.

The generosity is greatly appreciated and our stocks are now well replinished. Like all good fundraisers, our efforts have to continue, and to that end we would like to remind readers that as well as being able to drop goods off at our Duckworth Lane store near BRI, we also offer a full pick-up service. We also have a dedicated house clearance team to help collect quality goods when the need arises.

All that is needed is a call to our shop on (01274) 544495 and we will arrange to have your goods picked up.

It has been particularly good to see people of all ages supporting us, and your donations are our lifeline to raising money that is used in hundreds of projects throughout the world, regardless of colour or creed, but where the need is very real.

Paul Townsend, Oxfam, Duckworth Lane, Bradford