Face to face with the Daleks

CHILDREN in Colchester braved the Dr Who universe to meet mankind's deadliest enemy - Dalek Sec.The leader of the Cult of Skaro materialised at the town's central library where throngs of youngsters queued to see him.At one point, lines of children stretched all the way into Trinity Street as Dalek Sec greeted many of them individually to discuss the various pros and cons of Galactic domination and destruction.Jane Richardson, assistant services manager at the library, said: “He addressed them by name, and they were allowed to ask questions. They were able to touch him and he moved about a bit.“Depending on how they were feeling, and how old they were, he was happy to flash his lights and talk about exterminating people.”Ms Richardson explained that as well as providing entertainment for the youngsters, there was a more serious side to the Dalek's visit.“We had this special Dr Who day to promote the Dr Who books on offer and to engage children and get them to come to the library.“It's part of the BBC's 'Reading and writing' campaign, which encourages families to read together.”