THE closure of Poole Lighthouse would be a major disaster for so many groups of people in the community, especially for the young.

With funding by the local authority being reduced by 50 per cent in the name of “austerity” over the last 10 years, now is the time for BCP to support these essential facilities.

Such an important venue must not be lost, at any cost.

MAGGIE ROSS

Belvedere Road, Christchurch