I wish people would stop knocking the Hounslow area and start seeing the many positive things that our area has to offer.

Instead of having a go, just take a look at the cleanliness of the shopping centres and the hard work of local businessmen and traders, striving to make their efforts a success.

In the summertime, you can take a stroll in Inwood and Lampton parks, and enjoygreen, pleasant and open spaces with peace of mind.

Let's not forget the leader of the area, Cllr Peter Thompson, who has succeeded in keeping our council tax low for another year running.

There's no better place to see, nor a finer place to be - that's Hounslow. Be safe.

DAVE PART, Staines Road, Hounslow.