HOW I appreciated the sincerity of Mrs C Dodds (Letters February 1) in calling for Crosshill Special School, Blackburn, not to be closed.

I work as a practice nurse and occasionally come into contact with children who have 'special needs.'

Despite their exceptional needs, they are like all children in needing an exceptional person to give them the care and love that all of us need.

That is why I support Mrs Dodds and all the parents whose children attend Crosshill School.

Crosshill School is named as special - because it is!

JANET DUCKWORTH, Quebec Road, Lammack, Blackburn.

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