First

First they closed the libraries,

and I kept silent, because I had Kindle.

Then they closed the hospitals,

and I kept silent, because I had BUPA.

Then they closed the primary school,

and I kept silent, because I had Summer Fields.

Then they closed the local comp,

and I kept silent, because I had Eton.

Then they closed the high street bank,

and I kept silent, because I had Morgan Stanley.

Then they closed the care homes,

and I kept silent, for I was orphaned.

Then they closed my business,

and I kept silent - for no-one was listening.