Comments on: Councillor Hooke Responds After Police Questioning

By: Bruce Goddard

Bruce Goddard — Sun, 13 Oct 2013 18:11:33 +0000

There is a reason why people are now supporting UKIP, and Tony Hooke exemplifies that reason. We have had enough of the self serving ‘elite’ of our towns and need to get back to the community minded sacrifices in time and dedication of our councillors and indeed politicians, of previous times. Councillors, If you are in it for yourselves and the money only, take heed, we don’t want you! Leave before you are pushed!

By: Rod Brayshaw

Rod Brayshaw — Sat, 12 Oct 2013 14:29:04 +0000

“Many Conservatives worry that the UK Independence Party will take enough votes to deny them victory in 2015. On Tuesday (October, 2013 Conference), Mr Cameron urged UKIP supporters to return to the Conservatives. “Now is the time to go to those people who have gone to UKIP. I am appealing to them very directly.” ”

David Cameron said he regrets using the term “fruitcakes” and has asked defectors to return, but do TVBC and HCC Tory chiefs listen? No way – they continue to scheme and conive to expel and destroy anybody who dares to question them. Many true Conservatives have lost any respect for certain councillors who just seem to be in it for the kudos and expenses.

Time was when all Councillors did the job to give something back to the society which had treated them well. Tony Hooke seems to be one of that ilk and even if I don’t fully share his UKIP beliefs I applaud his integrity and desire to make a good job of what he was elected for.

By: Matt O'Connor

Matt O'Connor — Sat, 12 Oct 2013 07:25:57 +0000

STOP THE PRESS!

Recently elected political man-of-action Tony Hooke investigated for KEEPING election promises. Shock horror, he donates his public income to CHARITY!

Are the political pond life who have driven Andover to the edge of extinction so debased that they think that ethical politics and donating money to charity is a matter for the police?

I am told that the twisted cretin who thinks this is a good wheeze will shortly be revealed. (I would say now, but I don’t want to steal anyones thunder).

With Guy Fawkes night coming up, it would be a good time to clear out the rotten political wood with a bonfire in Andover. Light em up!

By: Cllr Tony Hooke

Cllr Tony Hooke — Fri, 11 Oct 2013 15:46:04 +0000

To all my friends who have commented on here many thanks your support has been amazing and your kind wishes inspiring. To my accuser I bare you no malice. I am sure you thought you could gain political advantage. On this occassion I cannot say I would have done the same thing however. You have scored an own goal by targeting such a popular charity. This morning I had coffee with my very good friend Matt O’Connor. He said remember the quote from Gandhi :First they ignor you, then they ridicule you,then they fight,and then you win.
Thanks all as I said all your comments have been inspirational. Have a good week end see you all next week x

By: Liz Ferla

Liz Ferla — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 21:16:03 +0000

In reply to Peter Jones. Sir, don't you find it ironic that Cllr Hooke is accused of fraud while other Councillors claim money then don't put the work in????????

By: Stephen Walker

Stephen Walker — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 20:23:51 +0000

Political policing is usually confined to a John Le Carre novel or the like. Cllr Tony would appear to have been a victim of political opponents attempting to besmirch his good name and reputation. Using the Police to further their grubby cause is worrying; whoever authorised the arrest, seems to have been lacking in due diligence at the very least. Good to see so many ordinary folk have seen through the charade. Public representatives like Tony Hooke need to be seen to succeed.

By: Doug

Doug — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 15:56:20 +0000

Carry on Councillor Hooke, you certainly appear to have ''them '' worried. It strikes me that the Hampshire Constabulary should be giving thought to prosecuting ''them'' for wasting police time!!

By: Chris England

Chris England — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 15:54:39 +0000

Makes you proud to be British, doesn’t it? All those years of selfless service to Queen, Country and community and then Tony gets stitched up by some narrow minded, self-serving buffoons for the grave ‘offence’ of making a donation to a charity!
Well done Tony. When they resort to such desperate measures you know you’re starting to worry them. Hope to see you at the next dinner – that’s if the boys in blue haven’t nicked you for walking on the cracks in the pavement.

By: Dave Garnett

Dave Garnett — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 15:13:34 +0000

There are many reasons politicians are held in low esteem by the public and here’s another one. Cllr Hooke makes a donation to Charity and other politicians, instead of getting on with the important business of the day, try to do him down for it. Shame on them.

By: Debbie Long

Debbie Long — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 14:30:55 +0000

In reply to Peter Jones. Bravo, Indeed, speaks volumes - these accusations should be dismissed