WHY didn't you print the picture of the firefighter's funeral on the same page as the men who are going to strike?

Because that is what they face every time they go out "on a shout".

My son has been a fireman for 24 years yet earns £4,000 to £5,000 less than a policeman with the same number of years' service. It beggars belief that the Government, local employers and review board condone this.

Give them what they deserve.

Mrs P Goodhall,

Red Lodge,

New Earswick, York.

Updated: 11:09 Thursday, November 21, 2002