WE need someone of Mick Lynch’s calibre at the helm of the Yes movement (Lesley Riddoch: Rise of union boss has lessons for Yes campaign ahead of referendum, Jun 23).

He doesn’t play by British state, British establishment or British media rules. He’s unflappable, and sticks to his gun before shooting straight at them.

Those that wish to take the lead in restoring Scotland’s statehood and full self-government need to take a leaf out of his book.

Stephen Duncan
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Mike Lynch also has the advantage of actually getting on their stations and being able to talk to them. As to him knowing what he is talking about while the interviewers do not – hello? How many of them know anything about Scotland’s position other than it is a beautiful playground?

Marion Paterson
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