Sir – I write with regard to the Bure Stream in Manorsfield Road, known to us locals as the Bicester Brook.

My childhood memory is of a constant clear flow which comes from the well in Spring Close, situated in Queen’s Avenue.

Since the diversion was done, it has become choked with weeds and even the lovely little ducks who appeared have now abandoned it. It is such a shame. This may not seem important in the scheme of things going on, but surely it is not too much to expect some attention to show someone cares.

I’m not wishing the councillors to personally wade in with their wellies on, but hope the appropriate authority may be alerted to this matter and to see this area looking fit for purpose, as it should be seen.

Esme Timms (Mrs), Bicester