I was surprised to learn that a petition has been submitted objecting to the proposals and that some object on the grounds that it would create a loss of a play area.

I pass this area almost daily and I assure the authorities that it is little used other than for the odd bonfire.

Where were the objectors when they had the opportunity to do something for their community by supporting a residents’ association or coming forward to establish our own community council or to object to the omission of the Dryburgh area from the Dundee West Community Regeneration Forum?

Those organisations would have been in a position by right to be consulted before the proposals were submitted and would have been part of the planning procedures.

It is never enough to object, without being in a position to put forward an alternative.

I have written to the Director of Housing with my questions regarding the plans. — Dryburgh Resident.

I can’t help but notice the security fencing (pictured) is periodically strewn over the pavement in Glenagnes Road, Dundee.

It has been picked up, but I suspect it won’t be long before it falls over again.

It’s only a matter of time before someone falls over this and injures themselves.

Glenagnes Road is a very busy street.

I hope it doesn’t take an accident to get something done about it. — Mrs Whitelaw, Blackness Road, Dundee.

He was tremendous. A consummate performer, who really gives his all during the course of a show.

For that matter, so was Daniel’s support act Mary Duff. They have been touring together for years and their act is perfectly honed.

We all had a great night and hope he visits again some time in the future.

I’m sure he would have absolutely no problem filling the Caird Hall again. — Linda Duffy.

The Fireworks Code reminds us to keep pets indoors at times when they are expected to be used in celebration, for example Hogmanay. However, with fireworks now regularly being let off for weeks before and after January 1, the people who depend on assistance dogs for freedom and mobility find that they are no longer able to lead an independent life.

Assistance Dogs UK — a coalition of the charities Guide Dogs, Canine Partners, Dogs for the Disabled, Hearing Dogs, Support Dogs and Dog Aid — is asking readers to limit any firework celebration to Hogmanay, to attend fully-organised displays or alternatively, ensure that fireworks are let off well away from residential areas.

Sadly, some assistance dogs who have been severely affected by the sound of fireworks have to take medication which stops them working for a while.

In more severe cases, dogs become so traumatised they are forced into an early retirement.

Both these scenarios mean the disabled person is left without the help of the dog that has transformed their independence and often become their lifeline.

Limiting fireworks will help the well-being of their dog and avoid unnecessary stress to both animal and owner. — Alan Brooks, Chairman, Assistance Dogs UK.

However, this has not been the case in Lochee. Apart from Semi-Chem, I have not seen one busy shop.

The rest are silent and are largely empty.

Instead of shoppers coming through Lochee, which used to go like a fair, especially at weekends, over the festive period, they are now by-passing this area. The one-way traffic system is the final nail in the coffin for Lochee.

I don’t suppose the January sales will be any better. — Lochee Local.

It answers to Meatball and was last seen in the Kirkton area. If anybody knows anything, could you please phone 01382 814571. — Sally.