How to Write Letters to the Editor Notes | Study English Class 8 - Class 8

Letters are written to the editor to express opinion on some important current social problem. Include some practical, sensible suggestion to help overcome the problem. Remember the editor cannot really solve the problem – do not ask him/her to “take immediate/necessary action.” 

An Editor may be requested to:

• Publish your letter.
• Publish more detailed reports/articles to create awareness in the public.
• Start a special column where concerned and like-minded citizens may share their views and experiences.

Some Suggested Opening Sentences:

• Recently in your newspaper dated  ____________ (mention date and month e.g. 15 Sep.) I read an article concerning the issue of ___________I strongly feel ______________etc.

Some Suggested Concluding Sentences:

• I do hope more informative articles on the issue would be published to help spread awareness among the readers, etc.

FORMAT AND SOLVED EXAMPLE