Regarding the anti-war demo in Brighton on Saturday, I was disappointed to see such a tightly controlled and monitored demonstration.

This was despite public statements from the organisers promising a peaceful event with the route known in advance.

People of all ages and backgrounds participated peacefully in the rally and march, which was only given an air of menace by the stony-faced lines and columns of police who seemed intent on disrupting the carnival atmosphere.

I hope that in light of this peaceful demo police will reconsider their priorities in future.

-Lawrence Mackenzie, Lewes