I object to being called a “stooge” by Mike Hansford (Dec 18).
I am one of the 17 members of Southend Council’s development control committee who will make a decision on the airport.
My decision will be made on the planning application and the data submitted with it. I will consider this alongside the various planning control policies and guidance documents that Southend Council has.
I will, of course, take into consideration the many emails, letters and phone calls that I have received from both objectors and supporters of this application.
My answer to these people has been the same – I have noted their views, but am unable to comment as to my own persuasion.
The training I have received over the years is from external agencies as well as internal.
There is no brainwashing.
I will make my own decision based on facts.
It is a pity that, although Mr Hansford is entitled to his opinion, it would be better to be based on facts, not ignorance.
Mike Grimwade
Councillor, Prittlewell Ward
Eastwood Old Road
Tags: Cllr Mike Grimwade, Development Control Committee, Southend Borough Council