HOW LUCKY we are to have a man with the foresight and fortitude of Mr Powell (April 10) amongst us. Building an Ark to safeguard the future of mankind is a flash of inspirational brilliance (it worked last time).

I was wondering if I could book an outside cabin and a table not too near the band. I’m afraid I can’t supply a dove or a raven, but I do have a parrot who could pop out and report back. He might even put the lottery on for us!

D R Everett, Crindau Road, Newport