Alright, Michael. I will reconsider and withdraw the word “selfish” . It would have been better to say, “without considering the implications for the large number of people who may be affected.”

Perhaps I used too emotive a word, having just heard the experiences of a Piplings mother who is now desperately trying to find another nursery place in a hurry – and feeling very sorry for her.

You clearly have a different idea of degrees of “risk.” Most children and parents I know would rather have a photo taken in the road – albeit without permission – than lose a settled nursery place at short notice - which to me is a serious disruption to a child's security and well-being.