I HAVE recently spent a week in Darlington.
Having been born and bred in the town, but having left in the early Eighties, I must say I was very disappointed with the state of the old girl.
I can’t think of any other town I have visited which was so dirty, with dog mess, cigarette ends and litter everywhere.
The town never had any money, but when I lived here it at least the residents had some pride in its appearance – pride which seems to have gone.
In the current economic climate, if I was thinking of investing in the town I would take one look and think, “It’s obvious the people don’t care about the place, so why should I bother?”
Peter Fenwick, London.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel