I WRITE to express my concern about the most recent bin strikes.

I can understand why some people at Southampton City Council are unhappy with a pay cut but surely this is better than no job at all?

With all the turmoil in Greece and Italy we can see what happens when countries have weak and indecisive leaders.

Say what you want about council leader Royston Smith, at least he is showing leadership by making the difficult decisions necessary to save jobs and protect services in Southampton.

I see no one else coming up with any other credible alternatives.

MRS B CHAPPELL, Southampton.