SOUTHAMPTON is boasting it is the top cruise port - good. Living close to Mayflower Park, I am frequently there to see these luxurious ships arrive and depart.

I feel so ashamed to see them glide past the ruins of the Royal Pier. It is well past time this eyesore was removed from the water, or dare I suggest, rebuilt as we locals would enjoy using it.

Also can I mention that the seats at the end of Town Quay are barred from use. Why is it made so difficult to see these liners come and go in the city?

MRS F ANDREWS, Southampton.