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Mean streets?

This is in regard to the article ‘AP reader embroiled in street photo row' (, AP 6 October). To me, the described confrontation could have been handled differently, given that the response Rob gave to the brother, according to the article, leapt straight into legalities. This misses the point: if someone is unhappy to be photographed, whether legally or otherwise, I suggest that their wishes for the photos to be deleted should be respected. I'd further suggest that the key to getting people on board in this type of situation is preparation. Was Rob carrying details of the competition? Did he have cards with his details on, just in case? Did he explain why he took the photos?