WHILE I endorse all the Rev Peter Grierson said (LET, May 29) about prostitution and drugs, which appear to be spreading to all areas of Blackburn, I feel compelled to point out that it isn't all doom and gloom in the Redlam area.

Far from it - this is a delightful conservation area, populated by some lovely people who care greatly about their environment.

Anyone thinking of moving into this area can do so without any misgivings.

ROSEMARIE DONLON, Byron Terrace, Blackburn.

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