SIR - Shipley MP Philip Davies is quite right to point out that there are "no-go areas" in Bradford, which many residents already know only too well (T&A, May 7).
His call for more stop and search actions by the police is well founded. Knife crime is a concern to all, and much more robust - and visible - policing is vital.
There was a headline in the previous day's T&A saying "Calls for Bradfordians to appreciate what they have."
Unfortunately these include druggies,undesirables everywhere, street crime, beggars, intimidating gatherings, a lack of visible policing, etc., etc.
No wonder so many simply no longer wish to visit the city centre any more. I suspect that more pedestrianisation and cycle lanes will make little difference.
Bob Watson, Springfield Road, Baildon
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