Hospice collection was well supported

SIR, — The Strangford and Ardglass NI Hospice Support Group would like to thank all the members of Downpatrick public who so generously supported our collection at the entrance to the ASDA store on Saturday, November 12.

We are delighted to announce that the marvellous total of £728.58 was realised over a twelve hour period, which will be put to very good use at the NI Hospice in supporting the terminally ill in our community and their families.

As Honorary Secretary of the Support Group I would also like to thank the management at ASDA Downpatrick for permitting our collection, and all our collectors for their time and good humour on the day.

Yours etc.,

RALPH FORBES,

Strangford.