SIR - West Mercia Constabulary appears to be losing the plot.

After the Gollies saga in Bromyard the yellow jacketed censors have intervened to end the seal appeal in the heart of the city and found themselves front page news once again. While it can be appreciated that some people may feel uncomfortable at the sight of cuddly toys with red dye to signify blood it looks no worse than the roadside animal carnage we see here on local journeys between towns. This protest was designed to have impact with some eye-catching evocative content. Sometimes the truth is painful and uncomfortable.

ANDREW BROWN,

Worcester.