Jim Fenton, (ex) candidate for Environment Southland council writes in today's Letters column:
Nomination withdrawn
Apologies. With an unfortunate rush of blood to the head I decided to stand for a fourth term as a councillor on Environment Southland. Unsurprisingly, my family and friends have since questioned whether, in my twilight years, I would be physically able to do justice to this position if I was re-elected to the council. On consideration I cannot but agree with them and accordingly I have withdrawn my nomination. With nearly 30 years of local body service I would like to express my appreciation to the many voters who have shown their confidence in me over this period of time.
Jim Fenton, Invercargill
That's a very gracious letter and well writ Jim.
Now we are 13.
