I NOTE that William Hague and his friends have drawn level in the opinion poll -- some even say they have taken a small lead.

This is good because I believe the people of this country deserve another taste of Conservative Government.

Just look at the many things they will do for us.

No more winter fuel payments of £150. Instead, a rise in pensions that will be taxed.

No more free TV for the over 75s. The National Health Service put on a private footing, giving treatment for the rich few and little for the rest.

More money for the private schools and less for the comprehensives.

And their boast that they will cut taxes will almost certainly bear fruit, with all the money they save on the things I have mentioned.

Oh, and before I forget, they will bring back the fuel escalator charge to ensure we will have cheap fuel.

MR B J BOOTH, Rockliffe Street, Blackburn.