SIR – I would like to take the opportunity to thank all those who supported us in our charity fund-raiser in aid of Comic Relief and Worcester Deaf Children’s Society.

We had scores of people turn up to help us raise a fantastic sum of £1,010.12.

High Street chains, independents as well as church/mosque groups, all donated generously to help us in this noble cause.

In light of International Women’s Day and Mother’s Day it was heartening to see lots of mums from the Asian community volunteering their time to lend a hand.

It was a real community event where local residents of all faiths, backgrounds and ages came together to aid us in our endeavour and I am proud to part of this kind and caring community in Cathedral. I am truly humbled and it shows the capacity of the human character and spirit when we all rally together even in times of adversity and hardship.

Councillor JABBA RIAZ

Worcester city councillor