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First, I live near Bolton. I must admit, I much prefer reporters to be from the town they cover.

However, this is nearly always never the case and it's due to the way the industry works at senior level.

Second, we definitely encourage worthwhile, constructive opinions like these to the letters page.

It would be a great help if you could all could write/email in on the subject of the Mr Angry column.

Third, the Arndale Clock. I'll make a deal with the people concerned about it: I will strive to get a 'restore the clock' campaign piece in if you are kind enough to supply me with some quotes on the subject.

The standard layout for such quotes is as follows:

John Smith, aged 33, of Smith Street, Church, said: "<whatever he said".

So those details would have to go in.

Finally, all your suggests have been constructive and in some cases superb.

Rest assured, I will be looking into it.

Keep them coming, and thanks.