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Tucker’s pluck
Just to say we took advantage of the one-off screening of Someone’s Daughter, Someone’s Son in Canterbury last week. Well done to all involved in the production – not least director Lorna Tucker, who obviously had to take a painful journey down memory lane in order to make the film. We’re pleased to see she is to become a Big Issue Ambassador [Issue 1606, 11 March]. The film was a very moving insight into the world of addiction and homelessness. It makes one realise how important a happy, secure childhood is for a start.
Kim Young, Canterbury
Through the looking-glass
There will never be a better UK while we have the entrenched system whereby the two parties (Sunak’s and Starmer’s) take turns to muddle through. And Tweedledee and Tweedledum will not change a system that suits both of them very well. It’s much easier to drone on about the next general election which will give either Tweedledee or Tweedledum its turn to stagger through.
Jeffrey Robinson, Isle of Wight
Bird watching
In issue 1606 John Bird rightly claims it’s self interest that keeps our class system exactly where it is, perfectly exemplified by the royal family comfortably enthroned on the summit of British class.
Clovis Taylor, London
Debt to society
Well done for bringing attention to the DWP taking millions from benefit claimants to pay for their own mistakes. A worse scandal than the Post Office. Young families are owing back thousands. One family will still be paying back in 25 years. I am 87, a great-grandmother paying for grandchildren’s days out, haircuts, swimming lessons. Their parents are NOT scroungers. One has MS, the other works all the hours she can around school times. Keep up the good work. Shame the government into wiping out the debts.
Maureen Lewis, Hemel Hempstead
What’s this in aid of?
I am disappointed by the illustration graphic that accompanies the essay titled ‘The taboo-busting power of intentional living’ [Issue 1605]. For context, the article mentions “too many walking sticks and stooped backs” in representing old age. A walking stick depicted being snapped in half and party streamers being added in celebration only adds to the shame, ableism and prejudice faced by those who need to use walking aids. Representation needs to include walking aids as enabling inclusion and more freedom, not less.
Ali N
B in my bonnet
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