I applaud the actions taken by BID to improve Dorchester and I wish it every success.

I return once again to the cleanliness of the town.

May I commend the cleaners of both Tudor Arcade and Antelope Arcade.

These areas are kept in a spotless condition which is a credit to the hard work of the cleaners.

Alas, the condition of the back yards of several shops backing on to the Charles Street car park remains a disgrace. There is no excuse for these areas - visible to the public - to remain so dirty and unkempt.

I urge BID to do their best endeavours to get these shops to clean up their yards.

Why should they let down one of the cleanest towns in the South West?

Brian Parkhurst, Dorchester.