I AM writing this open letter to thank my MP, Robert Buckland QC, HM Solicitor for England and Wales, for his support for two campaigns he knows are close to my heart, the CPS’ Consentis, and Bloodwise’s Blood Cancer Awareness Month.

Robert knows of my friends who have suffered unspeakable violations, and of friends and relatives who have died of diseases that should be preventable. He knows of my current battle to see my own NHS records and of my struggle to get back onto the platelet donor register so that I can use my own good health to help people with diseases of the blood. At the moment I am not even able to give whole blood, ironically because of the NHS’ maltreatment of me over the years.

I know of his support for all my battles and I want readers in the South Swindon constituency to be aware of what a fine MP we have. He is using his brilliant talents and superior (to most of us) knowledge of the law to help those so much less fortunate than himself. To me he is not only a wonderful MP but a true and loyal friend.

SUE BIRLEY Marsh Cottage Wanborough