THERE has been a lot of speculation with regard to a new hospital to be built in Queens Park.

This park is a public park for the use of the residents of Bolton. Such a public park is not for the site of a hospital.

If such a hospital were to be built where would the patients park their cars? Chorley New Road is out, Spa Road is not viable, Gilnow Road is also not viable. The only feasible place to park cars is in the park itself This would destroy the park

As theTown Hall powers have shown a willingness to propose to sell public parks, this alleged scheme should be opposed vehemently to protect public open spaces (parks).

If a new hospital needs to be built, why not build it in Wigan or Leigh? They need a new A&E hospital more than we do.

Peter Greenhalgh

Belmont Road

Astley Bridge

Bolton