I refer to a letter in your edition of May 12 headed 'Quite hypocritical'. Sadly Mr Pearce has failed to research the basis of his accusations against Yatton Keynell Parish Council as not one comment is correct.

Had he researched his accusation regarding the Noise Abatement Order, he would have discovered that the order was issued by North Wiltshire District Council and the parish council played no part.

Had he researched his accusation that Yatton Keynell Parish Council receives money from Castle Combe Circuit Ltd car boot sales, he would have discovered that the parish council has never received one penny from these events.

Had Mr Pearce delved just a little deeper, he would have discovered that many charities from surrounding areas, including Chippenham, benefit from operating the car park at boot sales.

I am confident that both North Wiltshire District Council and the management of Castle Combe Circuit can confirm the facts.

I wish to make a genuine offer to Mr Pearce that I would welcome him to a parish council meeting when he can see us in action and have the opportunity to talk over any other misconceptions he may have over the workings of Yatton Keynell Parish Council.

C Dash

Chairman

Yatton Keynell Parish Council