IN Francesca Gillett’s article of Wednesday, August 6, William Graham AM is alleged to have written to Newport councillors suggesting they should consider awarding President Barack Obama the freedom of the City of Newport. Apparently, some Newport councillors replied that this would not happen. The reason they gave was that President Obama had done nothing for Newport – a case of ‘the pot calling the kettle black’ , perhaps.

Not to worry Mr President, I’m sure the City of Cardiff will do you proud when you visit there in September. That is, after you arrive at Cardiff/St Athan Airport, and then travel to Cardiff Bay and Cardiff City centre. Eventually, Mr President, you will arrive at one Newport city’s pretty bits (the Celtic Manor Resort). If it is a clear day you may get a brief glimpse of our little town (and its transporter bridge) when you fly over it in your helicopter.

Anyway, welcome Mr President, and have a nice day – sorry about the award.

B Hayes, Clearwell Court, Bassaleg