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Scotch mist of independence

IT appears that some so-called MPs in Scotland are having fun and games, or, more likely, just playing silly beggars, planning a referendum on whether to declare Scottish independence. Read

In search of family connections

I AM looking for information about John Mason (b 1879) who worked as a textile merchant for Wilkinson and Son in Huddersfield in the early 1900s. He was father to Rex, Colin and James Mason. James, of course was one of Britain’s most famous actors and Huddersfield’s most famous sons. Rex had two children, Christopher (b 1936) and Valerie (b 1940) – they, or their offspring, may still be around in the area. Read

Health warning for weapons?

I NOTICE that Members of Parliament are very keen to examine the highly-successful business dealings of British Aerospace generally, and in the Middle East in particular. Read

Motorists are ripped off by oil firms and the Government

I WAS rummaging through some old documents the other day when I stumbled on a fuel receipt from May 1994. Read

Election support much appreciated

WITH no time to canvass, rushed leaflets, and many not knowing I was standing, and will be again, as Labour Party Candidate for Newsome Ward, I wish to thank all the community for their votes on May 1. What a fantastic result. I will continue working for and with you, as usual, making a difference. Read

Read reports before attacking

I AM writing in response to the letters that appeared in the Examiner (May 6) from Ray Deans and Ian from Deighton – “What about the watchdog’s report then, Mr Johnson?” and “Damning review of the company.” Read

Cancer avoidance down to lifestyle

I AM writing to let your readers know that this week is Cancer Prevention Week, when World Cancer Research Fund raises awareness that, far from being a matter of fate, cancer is a largely preventable disease. Read

Language of division

SO, Clr Khan says there’s no room for the BNP’s hate and divisive politics in Kirklees. Read

Don’t blame the circus for damage to the park

I WAS among the sell-out crowd for the 2pm performance of the Chinese State Circus at Greenhead Park on Bank Holiday Monday. Read

We told you so, Kirklees

THE mudbath left in the aftermath of the visit to Greenhead Park by the Chinese State Circus is a case of, we told you so, Kirklees Council. Read

Public opinion matters

MEMBERS of Parliament are supposed to represent the views of their constituents but never seem to do so. The public has never been allowed to express its opinion on any of the really important issues of the past 50 or so years. Read

Working together

I WOULD like to say a huge thank you to all those people in the Denby Dale Ward who turned out to vote for me in the local election last Thursday. As your new ward councillor I will be joining the successful Conservative team of Clrs Jim Dodds and Elaine Ward. I would like to assure all the people in our ward that we will be working for you to the best of our abilities. Read

Thanking the voters

I WOULD like to thank all the people of Holme Valley North (Brockholes, Honley and Meltham) in giving me their support in the recent Kirklees local government election. Read

Report those potholes

I HAVE noticed a couple of reports in the Examiner about people having damage caused to their car tyres, rims and other parts of the vehicle. Read

Clean-up left to ‘clowns’

I WAS in Greenhead Park on the Bank Holiday Monday and not only witnessed the devastation of the site by the heavy vehicles (handled by people who didn’t seem to care), but also observed potentially dangerous manoeuvres and operations. Read

Too good to be true

THE idea of universal creative principles (“Creating drama in Mexico City” Examiner May 7) seems too good too be true. Variety in the world of art prevents the discovery of a key which will unlock universal appeal. In other words, even popular shows like Big Brother don’t win applause from every viewer. Read

Politicians, look at town centre

Retired teacher JOHN PROCTER, 62, of Birchencliffe, takes a look at the Tesco debate and the “tragedy” that is the state of our town centre Read

They were crackers!

THEY are crackers for having the circus in Greenhead Park in the first place. I’m not surprised about this. At one time the biggest wagon on the roads was 20 tonnes, but now some of them are 40 tonnes. Read

Warning coming true

GORDON Brown talks of the USA and Europe coming closer together, but for all the wrong reasons. Fifteen years ago my institution warned Britain that if it did not change its economic thinking to one of fostering innovation the British people would see a declining standard of living over the following 50 years. Read

Appeal to preserve those ever so useful plastic bags

IS IT too late to save the plastic bag? I can’t imagine life without it. Have you seen people trying to get their shopping into floppy cotton ones? Read