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  Howard- lets not get sniffy about a recovery, it must be welcomed and is good news. We must remember though that we were effected for a longer period and was much deeper into it that other countries. It is the policies of the Government that exacerbated the problem and the banking problems in particular are entirely down to Brown's regulatory reforms.
  
  Sadly though I remain unconvinced that things really are getting better in a fundamental way. I am aware of at least 5 Dover businesses that will be closing up due to problems during the course of coming months. Some big gaps will be left in our town centre. I can also say from direct knowledge and reports provided to me that the housing market, a key fundamental in our economy, remains in serious problems locally here in Dover.
  
  It is far from over yet and as I said before I do consider a second dip to be very likely though I hope I am wrong.
  
  We have a massive debt hangover, not just Government but also individuals. If after May 6th the new Government does not instil confidence in the markets and proceed quickly and immediately with an improved deficit reduction plan, the bottom is likely to drop out of the bond markets, the UK credit rating will be downgraded increasing the cost of borrowing, interest rates will shoot up, more businesses will go bust. The cuts needed in public spending will then be even greater than now.
  
  The Labour Government are playing fast and loose for political reasons to provide them with clear blue water between them and the Conservatives. The situation for Government spending is worse than anyone is willing to admit to.

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