NEVER before have I seen such a disgusting example of naked greed as that shown by the marines and sailors who have decided to sell their stories of their capture and confinement in Iran.

Whatever the reasons behind the MoD decision to allow this course of action, it does not alter the fact that this whole sorry episode leaves a nasty taste in the mouth.

Acts of heroism by our servicemen and women are performed daily throughout the troublespots of the world without being rewarded by cash incentives!

As far as I am concerned, the dignity and respect that I have always felt for our armed forces has suffered a mortal wound as a result of this fiasco.

DEREK WHITE, Locks Heath.