Sir, – I get the feeling that Rishi Sunak is taking the electorate for Richmondshire for granted after failing to attend a meeting in Northallerton, the largest town in the constituency, on Sunday evening, giving a limp excuse for not being there. This was met with astonishment by the 300-plus people who attended. Does he really think that he has to just put his name on the ballot paper to get elected? Judging by comments overheard he might just get a deserved nasty shock on the night. Congratulations to all other candidates who acquitted themselves very well on the night. Also thanks to Steve Cowie for keeping a tight control on the evening.

ANDREW BRICE

St Bedes Ave, Northallerton.