I HAVE performed my public duty with regard to the European elections, but as they are the main culprits in this expenses scandal I did not vote for any of the three leading parties.

This means, of course, that I took Conservative elder statesman Lord Tebbit’s recent advice on this matter, and I believe he is right.

There is bound to be a public backlash, I feel, in the wake of the Westminster wrongdoings.

Incidentally, I was able to participate in the elections somewhat earlier this time due to receiving a postal vote.

LD Wilson, Guisborough, East Cleveland