I was momentarily concerned to read that my presentation of an Award to Jane Renouf of Ambleside Library had been my "final act" (Gazette, November 12, 'Library team awarded').

I'm sure some of your readers may have breathed a sigh of relief at the news of my imminent departure but I'm pleased to say I am still very much alive and kicking. Your much edited report should have said it was my "Final act as Chairman of Ambleside Civic Trust"; it was not my "final act" period.

Harry Manning

Ambleside