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SIR – We need to dispel the idea that the pandemic was “unprecedented” (Letters, March 4) if we are to truly learn the lessons.
FAMILIES queued up at a safe distance to meet Santa and his elf when they visited Town Gardens just before Christmas. The jolly North Pole homeowner has been popping up around Swindon all month, spreading festive cheer to youngsters and their families. Little elf Trixie joined Father Christmas during his latest visit which delighted children and adults alike. Heather Angell and her young son Theo enjoyed their meet-and-greet with the generous gift-giver. Heather said: “It’s brought a little bit of magic to a very difficult year, it was so nice. We haven’t had the chance to do ...