LETTER: Cheap, cynical political trick
Rather than sell an asset, surely what the council should be doing is looking to reduce its liabilities. The obvious answer would be the transfer to an independent Trust of our theatres which currently cost us in excess of £2million (and rising) each and every year. This annual saving would drastically reduce the burden on Eastbourne residents and ensure the continuance of front line services.
The so-called public consultation offering to either sell downland or cut services should be dismissed and questions asked about the economic competency of the council officers.
JOHN PLEYDELL
Farlaine Road