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Letters to the editor, July 29
Read the latest views and opinions from our loyal Guardian readers.
Sign of times on our roads
Dear editor, having just spent our annual trip back to my home town of Chorley, we were somewhat perturbed by the lack of signage on the roads that you could actual see.
We always tour in and around Chorley to a distance of around 20 miles around, and you would not believe the trouble we have had trying to find our way around.
The amount of turns we missed because the signs were either missing or obscured by the local vegetation was ridiculous.
There was one roundabout in Leyland that I swear had no signs on at all, which made us go in the wrong direction again.
The worst thing is, I know my way around the area quite well but imagine if I was a tourist!
You would never see me again because I would be lost. When I eventually found the motorway I would be gone, never to return.
So can I say to the powers that control the signage in Lancashire, please cut down the local vegetation so we can see the signs and then actually put some signs up were they a missing.
Paul Davies
Chorley ex-pat
St Columb
Cornwall
New homes spoiled view
Dear editor, whilst I can sympathise to some extent with the resident of Olive Close, Whittle-le- Woods (Guardian, July 15) about the impact of garden-grabbing, I feel that she should give some thought to the long-term residents of this area.
They feel just the same about all the houses being built over the last 20 years, including those on Olive Close, spoiling the views of existing residents.
My family lived in Whittle-le-woods long before Olive Close, Redrow or Wainhomes were ever heard of.
Four generations of my family have lived in Whittle-le-Woods – my mother has lived there for 52 years!
She once had fields behind her bungalow with views of Rivington Pike and Winter Hill.
She now has views of houses – not very pleasant. She has three detached houses overlooking her garden.
Before the residents of Olive Close complain, they should think of the effect the building in Whittle-le-Woods has had on the long-term residents.
A lot of people complained about their houses being built.
My mother's view has gone, her house de-valued.
Whittle is no longer the village it was in the day of my great-great-grandparents, great-grandparents, grandparents and parents.
I know we have to move on and things change, but do the residents of Olive Close not realise that the building of their houses destroyed someone's view?
Stephen Leadbetter
Euxton
Let's build on town success
Dear editor, reading your report on the works carried out to upgrade Chorley's Covered Market (Guardian, July 22), it sounds as though those complaining are simply trying to score political points.
Projects such as this should be above politics and if these works had been carried out at an earlier date, they would obviously have cost considerably less.
When it comes to the acceptance of tenders, cheapest isn't always the best and this may yet be proved to be true in this case.
However, that apart, from what I can find out, several local businesses were involved as sub-contractors, bringing added benefit to the town.
In particular, the lighting scheme, which is acknowledged as a major improvement within the covered area. The final result has certainly been welcomed by shoppers and traders alike, as can be seen by the increased take-up of stalls and the bustling activity evident on market days.
With the addition of B&M to the town centre, let's hope these successes can be built upon still further.
Graham Archer
St Michael's Close
Chorley
Vintage buses beyond a joke
Dear editor, what is going on in Leyland?
We have just finished the Leyland Transport Festival and I find that half the ancient buses on display are now on the 111 route.
Where on earth did they dig up these buses from and who on earth gave the go ahead for them to be allowed on our roads?
We hear government and local officials spouting on about cost cutting, the environment etc. and yet they allow old and EMPTY buses to travel between Leyland and Preston every day.
I am in favour of healthy competition, but why would anyone travel on one of these instead of a clean efficient 'green' bus?
I do think Fishwick's fares are a bit over the top, but I object to the only alternative being something off the set of Heartbeat!
Steven Kirby
Bristol Avenue
Leyland
Why not try fundraising?
Dear editor, on behalf of The Legacy Rainbow House, I'd like to thank the members of Adlington Ladies Guild and their friends for organising three very successful fundraising events in Adlington.
A coffee morning, tea party and separate tombola resulted in 750 being raised.
Rainbow House relies entirely on donations and provides excellent opportunities for children with brain damage to reach their full potential and enjoy happier lives.
The dedicated and hard working staff achieve fantastic results in their purpose-built centre which radiates happiness and outstanding achievements in a unique, loving environment.
Joe Mawdsley's vision and hard work in providing a better future for the children and their parents has inspired many people from all walks of life to raise funds to keep the centre going. All contributions, no matter how small can make a tremendous difference.
If you feel you would like to get involved to raise funds, or make a donation, contact a member of staff at The Legacy Rainbow House, Salt Pitt Lane, Mawdesley, Ormskirk L40 2QX or call 01704 823276 for further help.
If you have an idea of your own or for your group, club, or organisation don't hesitate – just go for it!
Fundraising can be challenging but so rewarding. Never underestimate your potential. You may surprise yourself and find you are having lots of fun along the way.
Rita Ward
Friends of Rainbow House
www.thelegacy-rainbowhouse.com
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