I was interested to read the comments by Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon regarding Dundee as a city on the up.
Speaking as the Scottish cabinet met in the city, she gave a strong message of support to Dundee, while acknowledging that the city’s recent problems with the large-scale loss of manufacturing jobs, followed by damning reports on housing and child protection services, were “issues for real concern”.
She went on to say the new SNP administration on the city council was determined to get to grips with the problems, with government help.
This is the positive message Dundee needs to hear.
Although she is obviously going to talk up her own party, it is refreshing to hear a positive attitude towards the city.
Too often people within this city are keen to criticise rather than take steps forward. The city has its problems, as she admits, but at least she is taking the stance that something can be done about it. Let’s just hope action now follows words. — Observer.
Good luck to P7 pupils
Primary seven pupils from Dundee’s Fintry primary school enjoyed a dance and limousine trip to mark the end of their time at the school.
We, as parents of the pupils who are about to embark on the adventure of high school, wish all the leavers good luck on their next step.
You have done us proud and we are sure you will continue to do so in the years ahead. — P7 Parents.
Little regard for road safety
Conchie’s Corner
In response to Shaken Driver’s letter regarding the speed of some drivers on the low road between Monifieth and Carnoustie, I agree that a few have no regard for themselves or others’ safety as they speed along.
In particular, at “Conchie’s Corner” vehicles should be slowing down when passing the riding school.
There are road safety signs making drivers aware there could be horses and riders on the roads in this area. — Slow Down For Horses.
Evil eye for not speeding
I agree with the letter writer who complained about drivers speeding on the low road to Carnoustie.
I travel on this road twice a day and there’s usually someone who wants to overtake in a hazardous place on the road, or who wants to sit behind you glued to your rear bumper, giving you the evil eye for daring to not drive at breakneck speed.
This road seems to be the place to go for many a boy racer and I only hope there isn’t a serious accident. — Careful.
Joggers should show respect for others
I respond to the letter by the joggers who feel frustrated when people block their way.
How do they think a group of old age pensioners or any other person having a quiet blether with a friend feel to be bombarded by people running at speed towards them?
Why should they have to be the ones to accommodate people running towards them? It should be the other way around.
If you run so many times a week, then why not run on a track?
You won’t meet pensioners out with their friends and dogs for a slow walk on a running track.
I am not a pensioner, just someone who has a bit of respect for the older generation. — Marie Wilson.
Pavements are for walking
It is incredibly selfish of joggers to think that others should move just because they are running.
There are plenty of parks or wooded areas where they could run without the fear of people getting in their way. Pavements are for people walking from A to B. — Chubby.
Parliament has not led to Utopia
Regarding whether the Scottish Parliament is a hit or a miss, to listen to the politicians you would think they had turned this country into Utopia, but the fact is that Scotland has the highest violent crime rate, teenage pregnancies, alcohol and drug problems in Europe.
I am sure there are other negatives to add to the list. I see far more despair in this country now than before devolution. It’s frustrating to think of MSPs walking off with their above average salaries when that money could be given directly to the NHS and other public services. — Third Rate.
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