Sir, As one of the members of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee committee, I was severely disappointed with councillors Bowring and Lawrence’s comments on our plans. Especially as they’ve had plenty of time to air them in private.

However, following recent news interviews, it would appear the public don’t agree with their ignorant pessimism. I’m also happy to see Gavin Tarrant’s comments in his ‘Grumpypants’ letter in the Herald last week.

Given this kind of event has only come around once before, I think it is important we mark this occasion for the people as well as Her Majesty.

Thank goodness, it is the Tories in power. I dread to think what the celebrations would have been like if it were the Lib Dems!

Councillor Jason Fiddaman Preston Road Abingdon