I RECENTLY had the pleasure of staying in a fabulous 'five-star hotel' in Blackburn.

The staff went out of their way to make my stay warm and comfortable and seemed highly-professional in their work. The choice of meals was fantastic.

Two days later, I checked out and was told: No charge - the Government will foot the bill.

The 'hotel' in question? Blackburn Royal Infirmary.

SIMON ENTWISTLE, Littlemoor Road, Clitheroe.

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