SOME time ago a writer brought up the subject of democracy and its meaning.
I am of the same mindset as in some cases we live in a sham democracy.
I was absolutely disgusted and angered by the gagging of the public at Westhoughton council meetings.
Worse still, the councillors have turned ‘Quisling’ regarding development and are “sleeping with the enemy”.
Some have actually condoned development so where do their loyalties lie?
If you think about it, we pay council tax and the recipient should obey us.
B Howarth, Westhoughton
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