THANK you for your invaluable support for my recent campaign against the crime and thuggery that's been blighting parts of Birkenhead.

I have been constantly reminded of the genuine fear and anxiety felt by local residents, some of whom had literally barricaded their own homes to protect themselves.

I am working with the council and the police, with the help of the Globe, to fight back against the yobs.

My thanks, therefore, are to your readers who are reporting crimes as they happen, and the police for their renewed efforts.

It's also nice to see your correspondent Mr Farragher (Globe Mailbox, November 19) has found his more pleasant side in writing to you last week.

Frank Field, MP for Birkenhead.