THERE is clearly a need for more parking in Hexham, to support its businesses, shops, and tourism.

However, the former bunker site is a long way from the town centre. Many years ago, Matthew Charlton's bought and cleared the bunker site with the intention of moving its premises there.

So, we currently have a builders yard in the centre of town, and soon we will have parking for shoppers and tourists located on the outskirts of town.

Surely there is something wrong with this plan?

R. Sugden,

Hexham