Letter: Public parks and spaces as a measure of a civilisation's greatness
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Sir: The article 'Dark age of the public park' (27 July) gives me the opportunity to say publicly what I often say privately to friends who are visiting Nottingham.
I have lived in the city for some 10 years and during that time have become increasingly impressed with the efforts of both city and county in maintaining parks and large leisure areas, many of which have buildings or aspects of historical significance. What has been particularly impressive over the period has been the level and extent of restoration that has occurred.
Both city and county can be justifiably proud of what they have achieved in this area of their public responsibilities.
Hopefully, as employers, they will be equally proud of the dedicated workforce that has made aspiration a reality and will ensure that their work, which brings such pleasure to the public, continues into our uncertain economic
future.
Yours faithfully,
J. H. JEAL
Nottingham
28 July
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments