Although it’s good news that Dundee will be keeping some of its multis, it does seem a bit daft to keep the ones in Lochee with not such a good view and then knock the ones down in the Hilltown with outstanding views.
I was one of the many people who took the opportunity to visit a flat in the condemned Maxwelltown Tower, before it ceases to exist.
The view you have there has to be about the best view you can have from your living room anywhere in Dundee.
I accept that the view is not the be all and end all, but it is important to many people. — Confused.
Ardler road safety fear
Concern has been expressed about driving and the lack of suitable safety signage in Ardler.
I have just been made aware of a problem we have in the Ardler area of Dundee.
It seems we have few road safety warnings sited in Turnberry Avenue to remind drivers there are schools in the vicinity.
Not only are there two schools, but also a playgroup, an old folks home and a community centre all within a space of several hundred yards.
Cars are parked at shops and in Turnberry Avenue obstructing people’s views.
Drivers seem to ignore give way road markings in Turnberry Avenue and Gullane Avenue/Hazlehead Drive.
This is an accident just waiting to happen. — Tumbleweed.
All have right to an opinion
Regarding the ongoing story about a Dundee councillor calling another a buffoon.
Dictionary definition of buffoon is — a person who amuses others by tricks, jokes, odd gestures and postures etc. Synonyms: art jester, clown, fool, boor.
As this applies to most politicians, I don’t see what all the fuss is about.
Perhaps if Councillor Fordyce had prefaced her remarks with “In my opinion …,” then nothing would have been said. We’re all entitled to an opinion.
Point is, the fuss that followed Cllr Fordyce’s remark probably proves the point she was making. — John Elliott, Carnoustie (well-known buffoon).
Apology needed
I was disgusted by the attitude of SNP Councillor Liz Fordyce towards Councillor Laurie Bidwell.
Mr Bidwell is a polite and caring councillor and certainly not a buffoon or a disgrace.
Councillor Fordyce should apologise to Mr Bidwell or resign, as it was she who broke the councillors code of conduct. Has she no manners at all? — Helen Marshall.
Marathon success
Thanks to everyone who sponsored and supported me for taking part in the Edinburgh Marathon.
After months of training and a very hot day in Edinburgh of 26 degrees, the marathon was completed in 6 hours 35 minutes six seconds.
A grand total of £671 was raised for The Scottish Society for Autism, which helps young people and adults who are affected by autism.
I have the hands-on knowledge of this condition as my seven-year-old son has autism. My next challenge is now the 5K Big Fun Run in Camperdown Park in a few weeks time and if anyone would like to make a donation or sponsor me you can on www.justgiving.com/linsey-donald-autism. Many thanks again to everyone. — Linsey Donald, St. Fillans Road, Dundee.
Has chance been missed to deal with menace?
I agree with Dundee Councillor George Regan that drastic action is now required to reduce the seagull population.
For years now, the situation has worsened and nothing has been done.
Each year gulls are allowed to nest and rear chicks in inner city areas without fear of any deterrent.
Do we need a child to be seriously injured before something is done?
There are now so many of them and they are so brazen, a cull is the only answer.
I fear the council has lost the battle against the gulls.
It is now time for a real professional pest control team to severely reduce the numbers of these aggressive scavenging creatures. — Mark Cumming.
Action must be taken over gulls
I do not want to exterminate seagulls, but common sense must prevail and action has to be taken.
We cannot continue to let these birds attack people just because they are eating something.
I also speak from experience as my daughter was attacked when she was pregnant and I myself was attacked when I dared pass a bin they were scavenging in.
I walked passed the cemetery gates one morning going to work and two of these gulls were chasing a poor wee kitten. Enough is enough. — M. Dempster.
Eating habits highlighted
No doubt the seagulls are a menace, but they have highlighted the fact that Dundonians’ eating habits are a bit downmarket, walking about the city stuffing their faces.
As for the seagull swooping down and stealing a sausage roll from a child in a buggy, it obviously has a taste for junk food. You could argue the bird did the child a favour. — Gullet.
Backpack plea
As pupils and staff come off on well-earned school holidays, I make a plea for any backpacks that are being discarded.
We funded a school in the Zomba region of Malawi through the charity Mary’s Meals and it has 800 pupils attending.
To date we have managed to send 649 backpacks filled with school and personal hygiene products, essential but basic clothing, a tennis ball, flip flops and a spoon.
We hope to continue this work until each pupil can own a backpack of materials of his very own.
Will you help by donating your used backpacks?
We can arrange to collect them if you phone 01382 823902 or they can be handed in to either SS Leonard and Fergus Church, St. Leonard’s Place or St. Columba Church, Derwent Avenue. — George Craib, Brenlyn, Hillhouses, Strathmartine, Dundee.
Missing cat
Lost in the Linlathen area of Dundee, for over two weeks, a male tabby, which answers to Crunchie.
A reward is available. — Mrs L. Poland, Mossgiel Place, Dundee.
AGM
Youth-Link (Dundee) is holding its AGM tomorrow at 6.30 pm in its offices at Garden Works, Benvie Road, Dundee.
All are welcome. — Wendy Smith, Administrator.
Great show
C ongratulations to all involved in Braeview Academy’s production of Hairspray in Dundee.
It was brilliant. — Proud Parent.
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