I have lived in Saltdean for 13 years and, during that time, have delighted in seeing our badger neighbours going about their business, which, incidentally, has included digging up my lawn.

So what - it's great living here and visitors constantly comment on the "country feel" of the place.

I voted against the destruction of our badger family and hope the powers that be listen to the majority of us. Live and let live.

-Steve Vallance, Westfield Avenue South, Saltdean