I am writing regarding Stuart Cooper’s letter (July 9). I also think the council should contact Mick Haines and explain why the plaque on the bench he donated to the people of Marston was removed covertly.

He also deserves an apology for their unprofessional behaviour but I fear this will not be forthcoming. To my mind, they are besotted with their own self importance verging on pettiness.

Well done, Mick. I very much appreciate your thoughts and work for the community.

May I add, your bench helps make up for the magnificent pink-bloomed tree that they hacked down a couple of years ago.

VAL P PIETERSEN, Marston Road, Oxford

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