I was saddened to see the Lib Dem leaders comments to your story on low morale at the Vale of White Horse District Council (Thursday 17th August) . He seems to have buried his head in the sand on this issue. Staff morale is not just important for the people working in Abingdon, but it should concern everyone. How can our staff provide the services that the public demand if they do not understand the council's plans and vision. It is ironic to read his comment that the survey was intended to provide an 'honest' picture. Shouldn't we have a bit more honesty about the state of things at the Vale. I have spoken to a number of staff personally who feel completely dejected by the way the Council is being run. It is time for a change in the Vale, time to treat our staff properly and time to provide the value for money services that the public crave.