HOW sad that one of the greatest Prime Ministers of this century has had to go early because he gave us all a chance to vote on the European Union, and we let him down.

At all times he kept us all aware of our future, and was respected throughout the world as a great leader.

He looked, spoke and acted as a world statesman, and I hope that Theresa May will carry on his legacy.

As all those in leadership have their critics, David inevitably had his, but we must remember the way he sped north without delay after recent floods.

Our thanks, David, for your six years hard work, and our best wishes.

Bryan Lawson, Burton Fields Road, Stamford Bridge