Banffshire Journal
13 May, 2008
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OPINION » The Big Vote
Which supermarket would you like to see in Banff?
Published:  25 March, 2008

Asda - They provide many products at very competitive prices and a range of goods that are second to none. Dod

Tesco - Simply because they are providing new much needed sports facilities. Clarkthedons

Neither - They kill off local smaller shops, take away community, give very little back to the area in the long run and tend to lead rather than be led (their choice not yours). Look at other towns and what has happened. Hutch

Tesco - I would like to see a larger Tesco store in Banff for the simple reason we already have a very small store, which cannot carry a very wide range of goods. Most people locally shop in the Tesco store and they would all benefit from having a wider range of goods to choose from. At Christmas I usually have to travel to either Elgin or Aberdeen to do my Tesco shopping which in turn means that area gets my custom in other ways. I would rather stay local and do away with the travelling. Likewise, if we had a better store we would get more people into our area and therefore benefit from their custom in other ways. Tesco would be an asset to the town bringing in jobs, full and part-time. There would be other improvements to the area that could be of benefit to the general population. I do not see the need for another large supermarket company in Banff. Susan Clifton

Neither - Sainsbury or Waitrose would be much better! Ann McNaughton

Both - Competition keeps prices competitive. Monopoly is not good for the public's purses. Laure Pecyna

Do you like the design of the River Deveron footbridge?
Published:  13 December, 2007

No - Whoever designed this needs to be hung from it should it get the go-ahead. Fair enough, it may be suitable for a modern town, and in keeping with the surroundings there. But Banff? A so-called "historic town". To me, this bridge is definitely NOT in keeping with the spirit of the town, and although the sailing idea was quite appropriate, for such a modern design, I don't think so. A bridge (if any are actually "really" required), for the Deveron should reflect the actual Deveron bridge - an old style column and steel bridge (following the likes of Thomas Telford's designs) should be more suitable, and may I say, a damn site more appealing to the eye than that monstrosity of a thing. This town is gradually losing its "fishing town" character, and is turning into just another clone town. People of Banff STAND UP and don't let this town become a mish mash of old meets new. Whilst modernisation is a good thing, it should only be applied where appropriate - don't you agree? David Gerrard, Banff

Does the loss of Macduff's Co-op matter?
Published:  17 October, 2007

Yes - The Co-op has been out-competed by supermarket giants Tesco and the opening of Costcutter. While I can see the point of competition - the harsh facts are that consumer driven markets force down prices resulting in a loss of 'community spirit' and quality. The Co-op has good ethics - being the largest Fair Trade supplier - I wish the same could be said of the two competitors. Tesco in particular source goods from overseas developing countries - at high environmental cost and which cause much hardship to the suppliers. Maybe we should all do with a bit less of everything and consider the real cost of our shopping. Dianne Sutherland

Was Banff Academy right to ban the 'Abortion is Murder' T-shirt?
Published:  17 August, 2007

Yes - It's simply an opinion, not a proven fact, and seeks to inject a message into young minds in a less than balanced way. Individuals must be allowed independent thought to arrive at the correct conclusion for them. The ban seeks to protect youngsters from feeling obliged to conform to this way of thinking. D, Cruden Bay

What do the video clips show?
Published:  12 June, 2007

Big Cat - The movement and shape of the large black animal is undoubtedly that of a big cat.

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THE BIG VOTE

Should Asda appeal against Aberdeenshire Council's rejection?

  • Yes
  • No
  • Maybe
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