SIR – A while ago there were some letters about charity shops and how expensive they were because the donations they receive are free.

I would like you all to know that not all donations are as they seem.

A donation was made to Barnardo’s of ‘Epson compatible ink’ in a Ryman box.

It was sold for 99p and found to contain two empty original cartridges for an Epson.

Most charity shops do not give refunds. I do hope that person who made the donation felt proud of themselves.

Jenifer Shore

Worcester