"Do any of our Hull members live in Haltemprice and Howden?"

Yes, I do. I'm one of his reluctant constituents. I've met him once or twice and he's a very personable chap but he's the darling of the rich landowners and farmers who, themselves, on parish councils and in their general dealings, can hardly be said to be concerned about the civil liberties of anyone but themselves.

Davis knows that he is bound to be re-elected, whatever happens, so it is nothing more than an empty gesture. I hope that there are no other candidates so his gesture will be even more devoid of meaning. I will be voting with my feet - and boycotting the election altogether.