Sir, Public servants, in and out of uniform, provide unrivalled, loyal support to this country. They are rightly held to account when the need arises. However, the hounding of Dr Kelly, witnessed last week, led to his death and the persons involved should be ashamed.

I have for many years questioned the honour of politicians and the media; little evidence exists to make me believe I am wrong to do so.

Yours faithfully,
IAN S. H. RICHARDS,
5 Manor Farm Cottages, Allington,
Devizes, Wiltshire SN10 3NL.
July 21.

Letters To The Editor The Times July 22, 2003