The letter from Nigel Donovan about the policing of Portslade (February 13) was vague, short on specifics and downright rude about Hove police officers.

It is similar to many Mr Donovan has written to me in which his expectations of the police are high but devoid of any practical solutions or suggestions.

I am always happy to respond to constructive criticism but, in this case, I feel The Argus has been used to air a personal grievance.

-Insp Mark Powles Police Station, Holland Road, Hove