Sir - During the 24 hours between 7pm on Saturday, February 19 and 7pm on Sunday, February 20 a group of local teenagers will be in Wickwar's Holy Trinity Church room eating nothing and drinking only water. They are taking part in a nation-wide teenage fast, organised by World Vision, the aim of which is to raise one million pounds to provide much needed food, water, health care, support and care for the orphans of the victims of HIV/Aids.

Anyone who would like to sponsor these youngsters can contact me at the address below or telephone me on 01454 299255.

Val Johnson 7 High Street Wickwar