REGARDING my recent remarks (Letters, January 25) on the restoration of the former Labour Exchange in King Street, Blackburn, and the artist's sketch of the revamp, I am concerned whether the reinstatement of the portico which originally complemented the main front entrance of the former grand 'hotel' will be included in the intended restoration.

I hope so, even though I note it is not included in the sketch.

J MARSDEN, Scarborough Road, Blackburn.

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