ZAC GOLDSMITH is not my cup of tea, but I disagree with Chris Moncrieff who berates him (The Press, December 6) for selfishly calling a by-election.
Goldsmith was elected as a Tory, but recently resigned from the party over the Heathrow runway decision.
His constituents have a right to be represented by what the candidates described themselves as on the ballot paper.
Nearly all the other MPs, MEPs and councillors who have found themselves in a similar situation have carried on under a new banner without a mandate for their new stance.
At least Goldsmith showed a bit of principle.
Geoff Robb, Hunters Close, Dunnington, York
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel