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In 2010 David Weston - then a teacher - stood up in front of the school assembly and revealed he was gay.

Four years later, David received an email from one of his ex-pupils - Richard Miah. David then published the letter on his Twitter feed as a way of inspiring other teachers.

Speaking to 5 live Breakfast, Richard said he wrote the letter because "David should get the recognition he deserves".

This clip is from 5 live Breakfast, 14 August 2014.