Axed town crier speaks of disappointment

The 70-year-old took up the voluntary role earlier this year after it had been vacant for several years

Hereford's former town crier has spoken of his disappointment after he was let go from the post.

Terrence Mullett, from Leintwardine, took up the voluntary position earlier this year and wanted to "promote Hereford as a place for tourism" as well as attend various town crier events.

But the council relieved him from the job claiming Mr Mullet's expectations did not align with the authority's and there were concerns about the cost of him attending events.

The 70-year-old said he did not file any expense claims with the council and said there would not have been any cost for him to do the competitions.

"I was so proud [to be appointed] I was walking on cloud nine for a week," he said.

He added: "I go to these competitions to watch them and take part in what would've been a bonus to represent Hereford...it's the best city in the world."

Mr Mullet claimed the role had been vacant for several years to the point nobody even knew there was a town crier position.

He said it was a missed opportunity for the city of Hereford.

"We should be doing what we can to promote Hereford city for the people of Hereford," he said.

In a statement the town council said "his vision about what role the town crier should play did not align" with theirs.