I can’t take another letter from habitual doom monger Len Lierens (Dec 16).

Now is the time for Southenders to support our town and applaud the many innovative and exciting improvements that are being made together with a host of stimulating and ambitious plans in the pipeline.

Those who dislike Southend to that extent should try and be more constructive, as there are countless people who have worked and lived in the town for many years and are proud of what is now being achieved.

Support the airport, its expansion and its investors. The small minority group of people who will share in the future prosperity of the town, but who are hell bent on obstructing it, should be aware that this malicious agenda is not shared by the more enlightened majority.

We should be encouraging any initiatives that will bring more business and expertise to our community, which in the long run will benefit us all.

Positive thinking and action is imperative for the future of our town from both businesses and residents alike and not destructive and negative criticism from the few.

Robert Howden
Willingale Way
Southend