I was interested to see the story in which residents have been asked to vote on a name for the new Kingsmere development sports facility. 

To quote the deputy leader at Cherwell District Council George Reynolds: "We know from past projects people have felt excluded from key decisions, so we are inviting the people of Bicester to get involved by having the final say." 

Highly commendable, I'm sure. However it seems the choice has already been narrowed down to just two, and somewhat surprisingly, 'Bicester Village Sports Centre' is not one of them.

Going on past form, can I assume that this new name will be announced when the CDC can say full consultation has taken place and the two options will fade into obscurity? 

Will there then be a display and presentation at the Garth, where we will be able to voice our opinions in retrospect? 

Personally, I would have voted for 'Sporty McSport Place' but, sadly, it didn't make the final cut.

GEOFF MILLWARD 
Windmill Ave
Bicester Village North