Dear Sir

The (Glasgow) Herald had an election 2007 supplement today. But there was no mention of the Independent candidates or indeed Independent councillors in their analysis. This apart it painted a fairly accurate picture of the problems facing the established political parties in East Dunbartonshire.
But I decided to write to the Editor via the letters page.

In case they don't print it, here's the letter.


Dear Sir

It is truly a brave man or woman who disagrees with The Herald when it says that something it has printed is not 'authoritative'. However I must question just how authoritative the Election 2007 Guide (12 April) was in respect of the Independent Alliance in East Dunbartonshire. The Independent Alliance already has two councillors and will be fielding a candidate in 6 of the 8 so-called super wards. Sadly they failed to get a mention.

The Independent Alliance, as the name suggests, are a group of Independents who are working together - but are not controlled by any party whip. Perhaps our philosophy of co-operation will bring some much needed harmony to the disarray affecting our area. The fact that this council can create opposition for new schools is incredible. But like the bins this is due to the arrogant and secretive way they have gone about making decisions.

With real consultation comes better decisions. Something long overdue for the people of East Dunbartonshire.

Donald Macdonald
Independent Alliance candidate for Bishopbriggs South