I AM sure I am not the only person in Wisbech to be surprised and disappointed by the photograph in last week s issue of the town beadle behaving in such a childish way with a rose between his teeth. The mayor is the town s first citizen and whenever he r

I AM sure I am not the only person in Wisbech to be surprised and disappointed by the photograph in last week's issue of the town beadle behaving in such a childish way with a rose between his teeth.

The mayor is the town's first citizen and whenever he represents Wisbech and chooses to wear ceremonial robes his presence should be accompanied by respect and dignity, not least from his beadle who, notwithstanding his duty to attend functions with the mayor, should be taking a back seat at these events.

BRIAN PAYNE

Chairman,Wisbech Society

Churchfield Way

Wisbech St Mary