SIR - £25,000 spent on cleaning the railway tracks for the Queen's visit? That could fund 25 after-school clubs for six months!

While I have no opinion about the Queen, why beautify everything for a visit? She should see the real state of her nation, warts and all.

What about the poor commuters who see the graffiti and fly-tipping everyday? I can't believe one person, even a monarch, should live in a bubble not tainted by real life. The planners would do well to read the story of the Buddah, who when he saw reality searched for truth and justice.

Graham Binns, St George's Place, Little Horton