DAVID Horton is standing down as Labour councillor for Acomb ward after many faithful years of listening to our needs, trudging the streets to talk to constituents in all kinds of weather – unlike some who just show up when the elections are due.

He also did a fantastic job of Lord Mayor of our city.

I would like to thank David, our unsung hero, and wish him and his good lady years of happiness in retirement.

William Moore, Lochrin Place, York