STATEMENT ON THE DEATH OF CLLR JOHN SAUNDERS

12.00.00am GMT Fri 20th Jun 2003

Dr Jenny Tonge, Liberal Democrat MP for Richmond Park said:

"I have known John Saunders for over 25 years and I am so sad and shocked to hear the news of his death, particularly as it came less than two years after his election as a local councillor – a post to which he has aspired as long as I have known him.

He was a great enthusiast and a delightful person to know. I shall always remember his amazing singing voice and the gusto with which he did everything."

ENDS

For further information please contact Dr Jenny Tonge on 07699 734 071 or Serena Hennessy on: 020 8332 7919