Thanks to Spectator Magazine for publishing my letter in response to their rather dismissive #Bristol article where I explain why in fact we are a great city. Sir: As the prospective Conservative MP for Bristol East, I agree with Kit Wilson on the city’s ‘vast potential’ (‘The trouble with Bristol’, 29 November). I do not agree, however, that the city has a chip on its shoulder. Bristol is an independent and entrepreneurial city, with more than 70 per cent of our shops, restaurants, pubs and hairdressers independently run. We have a history of success in micro-electronics, aerospace and creative industries, and it has just been announced that a new museum will open in a celebration of Bristol’s contribution to aviation. There are issues with Bristol such as our stalling transport system and residential parking, but these are being addressed. But Bristol is one of the most beautiful and best cities in Britain with a quality of life that means anyone would be lucky to live and work here. Theo Clarke Conservative Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Bristol East spectator.co.uk/the-week/letters/9397852/letters-309/
Posted on: Wed, 17 Dec 2014 11:54:29 +0000
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