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W. Hugh Jones, Clerk to the Flintshire County Council, County Buildings, Mold. As he has resolved to sever his connections with the Labour Party, he feels obliged to resign his position as Alderman of Flintshire County Council and, at the same time, his membership of the numerous committees and bodies upon which he represented the County Council. This is a difficult step to take as he has very much enjoyed playing a role in the manifold activities of the Council. During a long period of membership, he has received nothing but the utmost kindness from all parts of the Council Chamber. He is really saddened to part from the staff of the Council. He wishes to thank all the staff for many services and for their kindness and courtesy. The recipient should communicate the contents of this letter to all the heads of the departments, including the Director of Education.

W. H. Roberts, 52 Mouthesmen Road, Cardiff. Writes in appreciation of Huw T. Edwards's bravery in turning his back on the party which was so close to his heart for so many years. The writer voted for the Labour Party throughout his life, but did so in order to keep out the Conservatives. Can vote for Plaid Cymru at the next election. Welsh.

W. G[eraint] O. Morgan, MP, House of Commons, London SW1. Does not accept Huw T. Edwards's justification for excluding the writer from English language TV programmes. But if the staff of TWW concur in this view, then he would prefer not to appear in any of their programmes or to give them any interviews or comments. Is sorry that he has bothered Huw T. Edwards, but he had felt that Huw T. Edwards would at least treat his complaint with understanding and sympathy.

[W.] Emrys [Pride], Members' Room, City Hall, Cardiff. Would be glad if the young engineer would call with them while at Cardiff. Gives the academic record of his young son, Huw Rhidian. Gives details of the work of his own research team. 'Each stayed in College; while I went on to the Home Office to play for safety. There were 4 of us children at the University together & Dad had a big struggle'. Comments on the 'gauche' headed notepaper. Recalls his experiences working for Edmund Davies QC who used to take him to the compensation cases for the SWMF and AEU. The new university buildings and hostels are growing; the writer is giving a hand as Chairman of the Working Party, working with Percy Thomas and the various professors. Hopes that Huw T. Edwards's work on Y Faner is going well.

[W.] Emrys [Pride], Engineering Consultant, Surveys in Industry, Harlow Lodge, Llandaff, Cardiff. Would like Huw T. Edwards to see a copy of his letter to TWW, and, if possible, 'to help to prevent any future wounding of this great valley and its people. The penetration of TV is so deep and wounding'.

[W.] Emrys [Pride], 4 Mitre Place, Llandaff, Cardiff. Regrets the resignations of Huw T. Edwards and Sir William Jones from the Council for Wales and Monmouthshire. The body was the writer's own creation which he had intended would be a research body and a Treasury Watchdog. But believes that more frequent changes of personnel would be to the good of the Council and other councils. Many well-intentioned people are prepared to assist in the running of voluntary organisations. It might be beneficial to have a Minister as Chairman on a temporary basis. Considers Henry Brooke to be 'a man of decent principles'.

W. Elwyn E. Jones, 123 High Street, Bangor. Has received Counsel's opinion in Lewis's case which is favourable. Wishes to receive an updated report on Lewis's medical condition. There is a need to press for a higher figure than the sum offered.

W. E. Jones ['ap Gerallt'], Gwalia, New Road, Newtown. Was sorry to have missed Huw T. Edwards at the eisteddfod, and he had to return home before Huw T. Edwards announced the splendid news. The writer, too, has long since despaired of the Labour Party. When he was at Dowlais in the 1930s, he believed that the Labour Party would be true to Wales, but he has been disillusioned. Huw T. Edwards's brave leadership will be an inspiration to the youth of Wales. The writer and his wife collected sixty-four names of children who wished to attend a Welsh medium school in their locality. Further marvels are expected now that the son of the gwerin has given to Plaid Cymru something that it previously lacked. Welsh.

W. C. Ibbett, National Agricultural Advisory Service (Wales), Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Trawscoed, Aberystwyth. Has made a local survey of the potential use of Welsh peat for horticultural purposes and has analysed certain samples of peat from the locality. Discusses the possible uses of peat and thinks that further research would be useful. The Department would be pleased to help, but does not have the resources to undertake a systematic survey of the whole of Wales.

W. A. Meredith, Paris House, Dolgelley. He and his wife have much enjoyed reading Tros y Tresi. It is one of the best things he has ever read to explain 'true Socialism'. Realises that writing the volume required a great deal of effort. Is glad that Huw T. Edwards's health is improved. The writer realises that he will never see a Liberal government again, but a Labour government is certainly in prospect, and perhaps earlier than anticipated. Welsh.

Vivian [Lewis], Lord Brecon, Minister of State for Welsh Affairs, Welsh Office, Cathays Park, Cardiff. Agrees that the Wales Celebration Bill was a great success, and feels sure that Mr David Cole can take a pride on successfully starting what will be a very happy annual occasion. Was delighted to see Huw T. Edwards there looking so well and prosperous.

Vivian [Lewis], Lord Brecon, Minister of State for Welsh Affairs, Cathays Park, Cardiff. Regrets to hear that Huw T. Edwards is in hospital for an operation. Hopes that he will have a speedy and complete recovery.

Vivian [Lewis], Lord Brecon, Minister of State for Welsh Affairs, Cathays Park, Cardiff. Is grateful to Huw T. Edwards for writing. Has recovered and feels no ill effects. Looks forward to seeing Huw T. Edwards at Aberystwyth on 4 April, and hopes that the Conference will be a success. Will be very pleased to arrange a meeting with Huw T. Edwards.

Vivian [Lewis], Lord Brecon, Minister of State for Welsh Affairs, Cathays Park, Cardiff. Huw T. Edwards's forecast of the outcome of the Sunday Opening ballot was nearer the mark than that of the writer, and so he encloses £1 to settle his debts. Hopes that Huw T. Edwards will use the money wisely.

VI Prothero, Hedd Wyn, 67 Wordsworth Avenue, Penarth. Feels embarrassed about answering the question which Huw T. Edwards has asked her. Cliff's E[executive] C[ommittee] members gave him a gold watch, and the office staff gave him a gold bracelet strap to go with it. The gift from the movement in Wales will be presented to him at the Annual Conference of the Welsh Council of Labour at Porthcawl in May. Mr Ron Mathias of the TGWU, who is the Treasurer of the Welsh Council of Labour, is responsible for the fund. Cliff retires on 31 January, and Emrys Jones starts work on 1 February. It would be wonderful if Huw T. Edwards returns to the Labour Party before Cliff retires. Welsh.

VI and Cliff Prothero, Hedd Wyn, 67 Wordsworth Avenue, Penarth. Huw T. Edwards must have had a wonderful time at the dinner the previous evening; they were with him in spirit. Since Cliff's retirement, they have had to surrender many of the most enjoyable things in life, but they treasure many of the close friendships which they made during the course of a long and interesting life. They send their love and best wishes for the future.

Valerie Price, 60 Pattison Road, Hampstead, London NW2. Was pleased to meet Huw T. Edwards. Has reflected much on what Huw T. Edwards had to say about the Tourist Board. Is there any chance of the writer being appointed to a post with the Tourist Board? Would like to know more about the post in Cardiff which remains unfilled. Has been told by Wyn Roberts of TWW that he requires the services of the writer for only about another month. Intends to write to Lyn Howell to enquire whether she might work temporarily at the office of the British Tourist Board at St James's. The experience would prove worthwhile. Is particularly interested in the Welsh Tourist Board as she believes that the future of Wales will depend increasingly on the tourist industry. Would much appreciate Huw T. Edwards's advice. Welsh.

Typescript text of the speech of Herbert Morrison, the Lord President of the Council, to the inaugural meeting of the Council for Wales and Monmouthshire on Friday.