REGARDING the initiative of the ambulance service garage being utilised by the public to bolster funds (LET, May 17), I recall a similar interesting situation arising between the two wars.

The flat roof of Blackburn Fire Station was utilised and a picturesque garden flourished in which was a large greenhouse, producing an abundance of fruits, vegetables and flowers.

The Chief Inspector found it a useful and healthy medium for recreation when off duty. But I can find no mention of how the surplus produce was dispersed.

J A MARSDEN, Scarborough Road, Blackburn.

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