At 82 years of age I’ve been in York Hospital four times since late December with more to come.

I’ve been in several wards and the level of care never varies – it is the best bar none.

I have also had seven units of blood and I cannot praise the donors enough. God bless you.

Last but not least, if some of our MPs came in as inpatients not only would there be no fines or cutbacks but resources would be pouring in, money no object.

Alec Simpson, Wheatfield Lane, Haxby, York.