Wouldn't it be nice if those of us mere ordinary mortals who would seek a new life in a far-off land could arrange ourselves a job there and attend all relevant interviews courtesy of our employers?

If the remaining members of Brighton and Hove City Council had any backbone at all, they would demand a full refund of all costs and expenses paid out for amusing overseas visits to compare foreign facilities and other such jollies.

For £145,000 per annum I could put together a team of four energetic, well-organised, visionary and clever women who could really run the council for the benefit of the citizens.

-Jennifer Greig, Southwick