SIR: Through the viewpoint columns, may I thank most sincerely the public of Bolton and surrounding areas for their generosity shown in donating toys and money, food etc to the needy people in our area, for our caring Christmas campaign.

I am sure that the quality of toys donated brought smiles to many children on Christmas morning.

I would also like to thank Angela Kelly and the BEN for their support, also co-ordinators from Bolton Lions Club, Lions Jim Wells and Brian Mann and all other members for giving their time at this very busy period.

Finally to the local businesses and community centres who acted as collection points, your help was much appreciated.

Tim Hilton

President Bolton Lions Club

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