I WANT to endorse letter writer Bette A Dickens (Letters, March 31) about the 18-year-old St John Ambulance Brigade cadet, Andrew Richards, who was given an award for Young Achiever at Buckingham Palace.

Andrew and his mum have been long-standing friends of mine and a huge inspiration he is, too.

I agree with every word Bette A Dickens says as well. He stands shoulder to shoulder with all the good guys. Long may he continue.

Andrew Fair, Woodland Way, Huntington, York.