LET us ignore the propaganda and confine ourselves to realities.

We are not the second-best borough, however, we do pay the most council tax.

Recent press reports alleging Bexley to be one of the most efficient boroughs ridicules the efforts of competent councils.

The "Super Stars" are awarded to councils to enhance the reputation of a fading Labour Government.

The residents of this borough will confirm the disparity between the tarted-up areas, seemingly where people congregate or VIPs' might stray, and the decay beyond the garden walls on our residential streets.

Look at the NHS and consider the probable outcome of this proposal.

JOHN NICHOLSON-TAYLOR
Pinnacle Hill
Bexleyheath