I was pleased to read Mrs Kimber's letter (August 6) as I am concerned for the effect on staff morale of the adverse publicity regarding the Royal Sussex County Hospital.

Clearly there are concerns which must be addressed, but I am well aware that the majority of staff in the Trust's hospitals are hardworking, professional and caring.

This is evident from the contacts I have as a hospital volunteer and, just recently, as a patient at the Nigel Porter Unit at the RSCH and at the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath.

The care and support I have received have been superb and staff can be proud of the service they are providing.

-Joan Bygrave, Brighton