SIR – As a long-exiled Bradfordian (left in September 1968), I still care and have concern for the city of my birth, education and upbringing.

I allow myself occasional daydreams and constructive wishful thinking.

How would I redevelop the ailing city centre and attract a wider and more affluent shopping clientele?

The Odeon site I would give over to the John Lewis partnership with the stipulation to develop both a department store and a branch of Waitrose.

Also within the vacated catering facilities within Waterstones and the Media museum, welcome the return of “pop-up” branches of Betty’s cafes. Leeds eat your heart out.

Bogumit Polachowski, Ashdale Park, Wirral