This is to apologise to the residents of Palmer Road, Avonvale Road, Murray Road and Parklands for not coming round with poppies this year.

On September 20 I was involved in a road accident which left me with mobility problems and though improving, prevents me walking far. I regret very much that after 20 years I shall be unable to call upon you because you have always given most generously.

Maybe there is a man who would like to deputise for me this year and if so please contact Rick Owen on 01225 766210.

David Chatterton (The Poppy Man), Bellefield Crescent, Trowbridge.