IN THESE days of austerity and massive cuts to public services, it is quite a pleasant surprise to be able to inform you of the dedication of a number of people to break this trend.

A huge heartfelt thanks goes out to Tony Tinkham, community transport driver for Aspire, Mick Haines, local councillor, Phil and Jan, local residents, and finally Old Marston Parish Council for funding and caring.

They have given all the elderly residents a richer quality of life by providing an essential bus. Again, a heartfelt thank you.

MALCOLM EVERTON

Bradlands

Mill Lane

Oxford