Sir – “Private shops” were set up as anonymous boutiques about which children would ask few questions and get fewer helpful replies.
Unfortunately, some of these establishments are now displaying words like “toys” clearly visible to passers-by. If there are two words which very small children eagerly become proficient at reading, they are “ice-cream” and “toys”.
I wonder if local authorities can do anything to discourage these signs?
Roger Moreton, East Oxford
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here