Sunak’s seatbelt

sir – We are none of us perfect and many of us have been on the wrong end of a speed-awareness course.

It is depressing that, whatever one thinks of Rishi Sunak’s politics, his recent fine for failing to wear a seatbelt has dominated the news. Yes, he is a public figure, but Britain faces more pressing matters at the moment.

This incident has been a classic example of our national pastime – throwing stones from glass houses. Roger Wilson

Charter Alley, Hampshire

sir – My wife was pickpocketed a few days ago. The police said they couldn’t do anything and gave her a crime reference number to make an insurance claim. My neighbour’s car was stolen the day before, and he is of the opinion that it has gone forever.

On the same day, Rishi Sunak was investigated and ultimately fined for not wearing a seatbelt. The police need to get their priorities straight – less nannying and more focus on crimes that actually matter, please.

Michael House

London N21