"IT'S superb" says our leader. Against a sombre background of dispossessions, job losses and pay cuts for those in the real world, Hillingdon politicians coyly vote themselves further increases in their gorgeous allowances

With further rewards for 'special responsibilities' as additions to generous standard rates, some receive £50,000 in total allowances.

Currently, a number of eminent councillors are listed as members of the Appointments Committee.

A special responsibility? Available public evidence is that this committee has not met or made a decision since year 2003.

For part time jobs, consistent poor performance and absurd self regard,this is indeed superb - 'luvverly jubberly'.

GAVIN WADDELL,

Greenacres Avenue, Ickenham.