MAY I take this seasonal opportunity to thank all those volunteers and supporters who have helped Kemp's fundraising efforts in the past year.

Our street collections alone brought in £426.14 in Bewdley, £421.28 in Kidderminster, £359.28 in Stourport and £421.28 in Tenbury Wells.

Kemp is constantly grateful for the sustained kindness of local people. It is to them that Kemp dedicates its services and from them that Kemp derives its support.

May I also thank the team at the Shuttle/Times and News for their constant help and advice.

CHRISTINE TOBER

Fund-raising manager

Kemp Hospice