We’ve hit the ground running

Comment by Chris Maddra on July 30, 2010 at 6:13 pm

Thankyou Prime Minister.Support is continuous.A good summer to you and Sue. Regards Chris Maddra—Portugal.

Comment by Richard on July 30, 2010 at 6:15 pm

Well done, keep it going. I am proud of your leadership so far.

Comment by Linda Dowley on July 30, 2010 at 6:17 pm

Yes hard decisions have been made but well done for a great start to this new government.
Keep up the good work.

Comment by William King on July 30, 2010 at 6:17 pm

Really pleased that our party is doing so well in partnership with the Lib Dems – but very disturbed today to learn that Trident (which i support) is going to have to be paid for out of the MOD budget. I do appreciate just how tight things are going to be, but £20bn, even over several years, has got to mean serious cuts in either infanrty troops and kit, or aircraft carriers , or combat aircraft. i would have thought that it would have been better to await the outcome of the defence review before deciding on who was going to foot the bill for Trident.

Comment by Gurdeep Singh Sohal on July 30, 2010 at 6:18 pm

Dear David

Thank you for your list of do’s and dont’s for the summer break.

Just remember to stay tenacious,steadfast and focused on the present issues that are of concern. Do act with rational thinking.

Warmest regards

Gurdeep Singh Sohal

Comment by Margaret on July 30, 2010 at 6:18 pm

Dear Prime Minister
I hope you and your family manage to get a summer break.

Yes – you have hit the ground running but I doubt there are too many people who can name most of the things you have done. I write to you frequently about this but I believe it is your biggest problem that you don’t ‘command’ the airwaves and get your policies across. Every time I switch on the TV I see a Labour MP or shadow minister, especially on the BBC. Whilst I don’t want you to ‘copy’ Labour’s notorious spin machine, you do need to find a way of getting your message across.

Comment by jack bright on July 30, 2010 at 6:18 pm

Not a bad start but what about the reserve forces, the national guard in the US get a pension and far better treament than our TA.

Why cant they be looked at and given more days to train, more kit to train with, and a pension (not a lot just a thank you of a days pay per month at your final rate) and how about a team visiting the US and see how they work. I would like to be on that

Comment by Armando Cardona on July 30, 2010 at 6:19 pm

Like I’ve always said, the Conservative Party’s courageous, no nonsense approach to governing (clear objectives, open administration, honest rhetoric, meeting problems head on and making tough but necessary decisions early on) makes one proud to be a conservative and makes one wish we could all be British… a model to be emulated by all countries that aspire to make things right at the earliest possible date, without hurting the people in the process and without getting into a worse mess. Keep up the good work!

Comment by Daphne Sherman on July 30, 2010 at 6:20 pm

This is great! But I feel that you really do need to take a positive view on Israel.

Comment by Keith on July 30, 2010 at 6:20 pm

I felt David is just getting better and better. I felt proud seeing him in India and it is a long time since I felt that about a politician. Ok I see David a protégée. Keep me proud David – I know it is impossbile but what a start.

Comment by Ron Fox on July 30, 2010 at 6:21 pm

Very pleased with the progress. Keep the good work going.
One matter that could be looked into is prisons and prisoners. It appears that many prisoners live a better life than pensioners. Is this fair? (No, I’m not a pensioner).
I do agree that BENEFITS need a GOOD SHAKE UP as well as IMMIGRATION.

Comment by Fiona on July 30, 2010 at 6:22 pm

Yes, a good start.

Comment by Patricia Moore on July 30, 2010 at 6:23 pm

Dear David
Congratulations on the excellent work you and Nick Clegg are doing having formed the Coalition Party and taking on the onerous task of sorting out Labour’s mess. What dismays me is the lack of vision some of your backbenchers have in trying to hinder your plans, escpecially that ‘Brokeback’ man, David Davies. He is a bitter and broken individual who needs to be removed from the Conservative Party in order for peace to prevail. The country as a whole and all the parties should concentrate on getting our country back into order and not let personal pettiness interfere.in your goal to achieve a Great Britain. You are to be admired and congratulated for doing such and excellent job as our Prime Minister. I do hope your lovely wife enjoys a rest before the birth of your child. Well done, you are a fine young man and a Prime Minister to be proud of.
SIncerely, Patricia Moore,
Sunningdale, Berkshire

Comment by pam on July 30, 2010 at 6:26 pm

Yes I really think the coalition are doing a good job but stand up the labour lot, more publicly please !! Also think that the goverment should not take such a long recession it is far too long and allows the labour lot to stir up trouble and we hard workihg mortals just cannot afford to do this

Comment by MIICK GALLAGHRER on July 30, 2010 at 6:27 pm

STAY STRONG.WEL GET THROUGH THIS.

Comment by Robin on July 30, 2010 at 6:28 pm

Great stuff David. Keep up the good work !

Comment by Tony Hills on July 30, 2010 at 6:28 pm

You are doing a fastastic job, as time goes by the oppostion from within will grow, I hope you guys can tough it out, the holy grail is a smaller less intrusive government.

Comment by Bill on July 30, 2010 at 6:31 pm

And well done to you and your government for the work you have done. However, I hope you will show genuine support for the Big Society by ensuring that you continue to fund organisations that can help everyone else get involved. As PM you know that policymaking is never as simple as it seems and that a lot of nuance is missed in media coverage and political rhetoric. Hopefully you will support the many social enterprises and voluntary sector organisations that can help people get to grips with the detail. Otherwise, all you’ll end up with is a Big Society of NIMBY hang em and flog ems and will lack a grasp of the true dilemmas of public policy. If you need proof, see some of the responses to the Your Freedom and Spending Challenge websites…

Comment by Richard McNeill on July 30, 2010 at 6:32 pm

It is nice to be kept informed on what has already been achieved and what your asperations are for the future. You promised that each individual in this country would be part of your Government and that is the way it appears to be progressing. Long may it continue.Your Government is on the right track, so just keep the steam up. Best regards for the future. Richard

Comment by David Aikman on July 30, 2010 at 6:32 pm

Thank you for your e.mails. They are appreciated.

I agree that a good start has been made, however as a Borough Councillor I am reserving judgement on the practicalities of “localism” and LEPs (as opposed to RDAs). It must be recognised that the bureacracy created by Labour is still in place and fighting for its continued power and feather-bedding. I hope that what the “Establishment” did to Michael Gove on th eschool rebuilding programme has been noted. I hope too that the astonishing disrespect shown by the BBC particularly to Conservative politicians (but also to Lib-Dems) when compared to the fawning attitidue it continues to display to those who contributed hugely to the current situation, has also been noted. The hostility of the Socialist bureacracy has to be addressed. Mrs Thatcher had the same problem.

Kind Regards

Comment by Shaun Ford on July 30, 2010 at 6:32 pm

At last we have a government with the courage of their convictions. I think David Cameron and crew have made a blistering start and I intend to support them to put the ‘Great’ back into Britain.

Comment by P Simpson on July 30, 2010 at 6:32 pm

Good progress being made but what we want is job creation for all the young people, expansion in industry. We want the ‘Great’ bought back into this country. Have a good break.

Comment by carolyn on July 30, 2010 at 6:33 pm

I loved receiving the email. I must admit I joined the party to vote for Michael Portillo to be leader but never got the chance because the “grandees” voted him out before the wider party voted.
I did vote for David Cameron to be leader and during the election campaign put up a huge banner and on election day attended a polling booth and took peoples voting numbers.
I live in little Mongeham Kent and Charlie Elphick got in for Dover and Deal with a 10.4% swing. I was so proud!!!
Very sad we didnt get a majority but proud that Mr Cameron went for a full coalition.
Labour were totally bamboozled by that Gordon Brown was so self delusional as to border on the psychotic!
very worrying in the leader of a country.
Mr Cameron, have a great summer break, your biggest strength, I share, in the ability to switch off and recuperate. I personnally think the very best is yet to come.
Warmest Wishes
Carolyn

Comment by SydneyArthur on July 30, 2010 at 6:34 pm

Please keep going, excellent progress so far.

Comment by Shaun clark on July 30, 2010 at 6:35 pm

Yes you certainly have hit the ground running and what a great start, its great to see enthusiasm and drive from the coalition government, keep up the great work, tough decitions have had to be made but we all will benefit from the Government tackling the debt and getting this country turned round, its up to all of us to get stuck in.

Comment by Colin Lathrope on July 30, 2010 at 6:37 pm

I, like most of your supporters, am pleased to see that the coalition appears to be working. However, as a pensioner and still a taxpayer, shareholder of several banks, and an Englishman living in Scotland, feel that I have drawn all the short straws again. How old have I got to be before I can keep some of my own money to pay my own bills, and perhaps enjoy what little remains myself!!!

Comment by Philip Walker on July 30, 2010 at 6:39 pm

David
I am very happy with the way the coalition is working – well done to you and NIck. You also did us proud in India. keep up the good work and have a great Summer.
Philip Walker
London

Comment by Pat Moren on July 30, 2010 at 6:39 pm

Great start, keep up the good work and have an enjoyable summer!

Comment by Patrik Garten on July 30, 2010 at 6:39 pm

Dear David

Thank you for today’s email. What a refreshing week this has been. Good news all around and some refreshingly frank talk.

I am convinced that you are the best Prime-Minister for a generation and I am looking forward to the next 4 years and 10 months.

In the past 2 months you and your colleagues pulled your sleeves up and tackled many urgent problems. What remarkable achievements were made in such a short time !

I am however, a little bit concerned that the rescue of our civil liberties may not be pursued with the vigour as was initially anticipated. Indeed, this issue has not featured in the news lately.

May I urge you to pursue with utmost importance the proclaimed “Great Repeal Act” and restore our liberties. Having been the victim of unfunded police arrest in 2008, my DNA and fingerprints are raped daily by the police forces all over the country and maybe beyond (who knows?), my PNC profile alerts everybody that I may be a potential criminal and the ANPR team at Hendon plot a movement profile of me as soon as I leave my property.

Please put the reinstatement of our civil liberties on top of your agenda and undo the infringements of the Blair / Brown years. British people deserve better than to feel prisoners in their own country.

Looking forward to the next 57 1/2 months of your Government

Yours sincerely

Patrik Garten

Comment by janet on July 30, 2010 at 6:40 pm

This Government is a BREATH OF FRESH AIR after the last 13 years of Centralist control under Labour.
Keep on doing what you are doing-more of the same please!

Comment by james on July 30, 2010 at 6:41 pm

now is the time for your M.P.s to rally around the leader , it was never going to be easy (is it ever) but with the press looking for any sign of weakness or discontent to your m.p.s I SAY THIS LOUD AND CLEAR.” YOU AR IN THIS FOR THE NEXT FIVE YEARS” So stop any thoughts of bleating . You have a privalidge job getting this country up and run, you get well paid and will not feel the financial problems your constiuants will So get on with it.

Comment by Kieran Wiliams on July 30, 2010 at 6:41 pm

Dear Rt Hon David Cameron, You are the one of the best PM . We are proud of you. Thanks for taking Strong decisions for UK.
You are our inspiration and motivation. I am a big fan of you.

One request…, Please never compromise on your immigration policy.

Keep up the good work.

Sincerely,
Kieran

Comment by Richard King on July 30, 2010 at 6:42 pm

Dear David
Well done!
I am delighted with virtually everything the coalition has done. You won’t please everyone all the time, & that goes for me, too. However, I an truly delighted that you have achieved so much in such a short time.

Keep it up, have a great summer, and ignore the whingers!

Richard

Comment by Rita Fraser on July 30, 2010 at 6:43 pm

I enjoy reading your letters, you have a lot to do i know, but really I trusted the conservatives to really curb the very fast immigration to this Country, can`t see it yet, where I live it is now difficult to hear many people who speak English,this is worrying.really do feel like second class citizens.I wish you well and your Lib/Dem partners,and hope I don`t live to regret I `ve always voted Conservative,!. I expect you to keep the strong promises made.
Very Sincerely Rita….

Comment by David Prosser on July 30, 2010 at 6:45 pm

Well done. 3 months can be a lifetime in a coilition. I hope you continue to get support. Now would be a good time to try and get Lib Dem Support for other policies that got you into power. Ridding us of the Human Rights Act. Ensuring immigration is controlled and that our benefits system does not go broke supporting new immigrants and that existing British claimants are not alienated. Look at coming out of Europe or at least giving a referendum to gauge feeling.
Thank you for the work so far.

Comment by malcolm on July 30, 2010 at 6:45 pm

Dear David
You have done a great job and I am very pleased with your hard work. Please do not forget your promise of a British Bill of Human Rights which was a huge vote winner in our campaign.

Comment by John Cox on July 30, 2010 at 6:45 pm

I think you need to say (often) and the public need to hear this from you and your ministers that there is light at the end of the tunnel.
I think your’re doing right what was labours “false” economy that was…(;

Comment by Ray Turner on July 30, 2010 at 6:46 pm

Yes, well done. Not a bad start. I’m pleased we’ve got a coalition and I’m pleased both sides seem committed to making it work. I’m hoping for great things from this unique opportunity to govern Britain in a constructive way, so that the knockers who don’t like this more co-operative style of Government are silenced once and for all…

Comment by Adrian on July 30, 2010 at 6:47 pm

Keep up the good work. Don’t be shaken on reducing immigration. We can’t go on the way we have been going.

Comment by Chris on July 30, 2010 at 6:50 pm

Daavid you and the coalition are doinga good job however i do think the down fall of the newly formed government is the privatiation of Education. Say no t acadmemies and remain in control give or children a change in a controlled education system.

Comment by Rachael Peacock on July 30, 2010 at 6:51 pm

I am a mum of two who set up a sucessful childcare business two years ago. Now employing 9 and caring for 83 different children over the summer holidays, I guess I sound like a obvious Tory. I made a choice to get involved in campaigning at the election because I felt the country really needed a change and the Conservatives seemed like the only real alternative in our constituency. I have watched the developments since the election with great interest and have been excited by this new inclusive style of government. I am very impressed with DC and with our new local MP Nigel Adams. I feel I have finally found a political leader I can beleive in and understand. I hope more people will take the time to consider what the new government is saying and not just repeat the old line that all politicians are the same.

Comment by Carl Sanders on July 30, 2010 at 6:52 pm

It is encouraging to see a coalition that is lead by a Prime minister that has not fallen short of expectation in any sphere of engagement or duty. An inspiring start into taking the country where it needs to be. A great job is being done!

Comment by Lauren on July 30, 2010 at 6:53 pm

I can see you have made some improvements but not where they really matter..

Our society is in a desperate state and a lot of your changes will not affect people’s morals or their behaviour.

Mother Teresa said:
“The greatest destroyer of peace is abortion because if a mother can kill her own child what is left for me to kill you and you to kill me? There is nothing between.”

It’s funny how people are trying to ban smacking but are happy for a baby to be ripped limb from limb in its mother’s womb.

Think about it, especially at a time when you are about to plough more money into dooming more poor women and babies (and helpless fathers) to this fate.

Comment by Phil on July 30, 2010 at 6:55 pm

I noticed on your recent trip to India Patricia Hewitt tagged along. Please ensure that dreadful woman has no more place in our national affairs. Also Boris closed London’s trade offices set up in India and I thought that was a bad idea at the time.

Comment by Stella on July 30, 2010 at 6:59 pm

We are proud of you. Please sort out the mess left by the labour government at the homeoffice especially the immigration. Please take care of yourself and the children . We wish you a prosperous primiership.

Comment by Malcolm McPhee on July 30, 2010 at 7:01 pm

I agree that a great deal has been done to repair the countries finances following the disgraceful spending of the last government. The one area I think that even more money could be saved is on free bus travel for the over sixties. I know it has been stated that there will be no change on this but I do think it it should be reconsidered. A basic payment of 10 pence per journey would probably save millions and from conversations with other people over 60 of whom I am one this would not be too onerous. Also it may allow more places on buses for people that have to use them to travel to and from work. I have witnessed tired workers waiting for buses to go home in the evening unable to get on board as they have been full of people over sixty. This surely is wrong.

Comment by tresa on July 30, 2010 at 7:01 pm

the main thing is to not let the media divert you from your goal. not by putting up and shutting up but by saying this is what i mean and i mean what i say. the public are not fully stupid and can see through the mist, so dont try to please everyone or you will come across as phony. dignity has been missing from british goverments for a long time. bring it back.

Comment by Michael Coleman on July 30, 2010 at 7:03 pm

Great work David and thank’s for update and your doing extremely great job like you said and I knew you would , taking action and making Britain great again , keep up the good work and you have my full support and many others , many thank’s , Michael ( Coleman )

Comment by C Stobart on July 30, 2010 at 7:04 pm

I also very much appreciate the fact that you and your team talk straight, and are not preoccupied with what the press and TV say. What a welcome change from the PR obsession of the Labour government.

Comment by John Sparks on July 30, 2010 at 7:04 pm

So far so good.
Keep up the good work

Comment by Alistair Postle on July 30, 2010 at 7:05 pm

I will be happier when the welfare state is dismantled. May I suggest a maximum figure anyone can receive in a year from the state is limited and anyone receiving over £5000 should explain why they need it because I am sick of subsidising these people.

Keep up the good work.

Comment by Hardev S Coonar on July 30, 2010 at 7:05 pm

Dear Prime Minister,
Congratulations on your achievments.
Keep up the good work.
Please remember that one can take a horse to the water but can not make it drink. That is the situation in many parts of the World including Afganistan. The Will to improve has to come from come from within. Imposition is not always the best approach.
Good wishes,
Hardev

Comment by Keith Pusey on July 30, 2010 at 7:06 pm

Dear David,
I was interested to read your email but have 4 basic points to make:
1) I applaud the speedy attention to cutting the deficit, but most of the people I speak to are expecting, as a result of such cuts, massive unemployment figures to arise. This aspect is not being covered properly – we need a lot more emphasis on new ventures and enterprise generally.
2) The announcement this week about potential referenda which could take place over council tax looks more like a ‘new labour’ bit of spin, rather than good solid policy, which is what the coalition has promised. In this regard, I have to say that I do not believe that Eric Pickles is a suitable spokesperson on this subject – he does not come across with any credibility.
3) Unlike the general press comment, I applaud your approach to foreign policy. I do not accept the point that was made by one of the ambassadors that you are inexperienced – I thought that was a rather insulting comment to make about someone who clearly has a grip on things – it is about time a politician said what he really believed rather than what was expected of him! Well done with Obama as well – he will now realise that you are nobody’s puppet (unlike Mr. Blair!!!!).
4) I do not agree with some of the comments above regarding Trident – arguably it should be scrapped.
Hope you and the family have a good break – you certainly will need it by now!

Comment by Claire on July 30, 2010 at 7:07 pm

It’s been refreshing to hear the policies coming out day after day, and summarised in The Week. I’m particularly pleaesd to hear about RDAs being disbanded. In my experience they were a waste of money.

Comment by John Pilling on July 30, 2010 at 7:07 pm

A really encoraging start – keep up the good work

Comment by hilton on July 30, 2010 at 7:11 pm

great so far david like your style and the way you speak without cosying up to the americans and isreal carry on that way then we may live in a country thats proud to be english

Comment by Vic Warren on July 30, 2010 at 7:12 pm

An excellent and very encouraging start by the PM and his team. Fingers crossed it continues. Just one gripe; can’t a way be found to get Huhne out of Energy?
PS Pleased to see our local MP, Andrew Tyrie, get a half-decent job, he is a very hard-working and decent man

Comment by Barbara Adams on July 30, 2010 at 7:14 pm

Congratulations on the excellent way you are leading the country

Comment by Lee Johnson on July 30, 2010 at 7:14 pm

Well Done PM – i knew 5 years ago you would make a great leader and thus far you have done a sterling job, long may it last, you will always have my support regardless but the road ahead is tough and unstable but i believe you have the strength and direction to succeed and lead with charisma, passion and a huge amount of drive. Best of luck with everything and even more luck with the coming birth of your child.

Comment by D Lloyd on July 30, 2010 at 7:15 pm

This is a good start but you still have not stoped bouness and mps expences as promesd the working public do not want to see the fat cats get fater while they pay the bill your words i think

Comment by paul harrison on July 30, 2010 at 7:16 pm

weldone up to now but there is so much more you can do in the public sector the county councils waste so much money hiring diggers and they dont even go to work the council knows and nothing is done they let the drivers be labours and leave the diggers in the yard but still get charged for the diggers workout how many thousands that costs the nhs is a total laugh when it comes to the biulding side withskanska cost us millions sort that out and we wont be in debt

Comment by margaret on July 30, 2010 at 7:20 pm

More work needed on immigration !!

Comment by Ray Pettit on July 30, 2010 at 7:21 pm

Excellent but please don’t cut defence.

Comment by Tim on July 30, 2010 at 7:22 pm

I think the Tories have got of to a magnificent start but I am getting increasingly alarmed at the anti tory point scoring by the lefty BBC, I look forward to the day when we can have a channel that supports us with the same vigor as the BBC supports Labour, until that day arrives it will lose the Tories many votes through the power of televion and the outrageous BBC bias.

Comment by Tim on July 30, 2010 at 7:22 pm

Well done for having made such an excellent start to your Premiership. What I find most inspiring is the ‘can do attitude’ coming from the top … such a refreshing change after 13 years of being told what we can’t do. Long may it continue.

Comment by Pat Huxley on July 30, 2010 at 7:23 pm

I have ben very impressed with the start you and Nick Clegg have made. I was a life long Labour supporter but quickly became disenchanted with Blair and even more with Brown. Your Coalition sems basically sound and honest. Keep it up.

Comment by George Peckham on July 30, 2010 at 7:23 pm

Yes there is a positive feeling that you and your government are on the right path, after seeing what old Labour were capable of we nearly had a sunken ship, they did their best to ruin our great country, thank God we have a strong forward thinking leader at last, please try to hold back the flood of people from Europe to give us all a chance to get on an even keel and strong again, we need you to keep your strength and positive attitude as it feels like a breath of fresh air everywhere now.
Thank you we have faith in you.

Comment by Nicolas Grose-Hodge on July 30, 2010 at 7:23 pm

Congratulations on the progress, but don’t let haste override thorough preparation or cause apparent errors as has been the case in Min. Ed. recently. The NHS shake-up has many good points but many people have severe doubts whether many GP’s will be up to managing such sums in addition to their work as doctors. Make clear statements as to how this wil be handled in practice. On abolishing the retirement age, this is a good idea so long as there is an age (70/75?) at which extending employment requires the agreement of BOTH parties, employee and employer. There may be many cases when someone insists on continuing to work because they need the money but are no longer really contributing to the company/institution they work for.
Have a good Summer.

Comment by Brian Clarkson on July 30, 2010 at 7:25 pm

Thank you for your kind communication, Prime Minister, as far as I am concerned you have it right. A coalition was never going to be ideal but it is different and, within certain bounds, seems to be working. I think the Government is working hard to stabilize the Country and, as far as I can make out, it is achieving – albeit very tentatively – quite a lot. Keep speaking frankly, Prime Minister, as I feel that, despite all the criticism from certain quarters, you are being listened to and heard by the right people.

However, please do not be gulled by sycophants and those who want to cosy up to the new Prime Minister and his Deputy. Please do not say things just to appease people and tell them what you think they need to hear. Be honest, be forthright – but be diplomatic. Do not be bullied by the media – they know nothing! Without you and your associates they are left with hot air and speculation. You and your colleagues have made a good start towards mending the damage created by the previous government. You can move onto greater things. I believe that you can repair and make a real success of what has been a broken society and an ineffective National image as portrayed by Mandelson, Campbell, Blair, Brown et al. Power to your elbow, I say, Prime Minister.
Good fortune to you. Watch our for the back stabbers!

Comment by Roger Fox on July 30, 2010 at 7:25 pm

David, Congratulations on your achievements this year. I recall being at the back of the hall in Blackpool when you made your candidancy speech. The BBC left wing journalists were jumping from foot to foot because they could see we had a winner.
It is your determination, tenacity and judgement which has brought the Party back to power. Have a good break. Good luck.

Comment by Kathryn Graham on July 30, 2010 at 7:26 pm

I like the changes that are being made, especially the dispersing of top heavy bureaucracies. However, are any attempts being made to rescue the poor British couple who were kidnapped by Somali pirates ages ago? Surely it is not beyond our wit and wisdom to find them and obtain their release? Labour couldn’t or wouldn’t do it. David, you must, I’m counting on you. Please help them.

Comment by Hazel on July 30, 2010 at 7:26 pm

Dear Mr Cameron,
I am very proud of what you and the Coalition have achieved so far. I am beginning to feel a sense that things can and will improve. It saddened me to see what 13 years of Labour did to ths great country. At least now there is hope.
I want to see hard workers and small businesses rewarded. I want to see pensioners who have served this country all their lives, and paid their taxes, treated fairly. I don’t want to see the hard working, low paid, pay for the profligacy of the wealthy bank executives.
I hope the Coalition will bring justice back into Britain. Thank you for all you have done so far.
Best regards to your lovely wife, Samantha.

Comment by Joseph Rosheski on July 30, 2010 at 7:27 pm

as someone who as worked in the public sector for 36 years on a low wage paying out of my wage into a local government pension fund i am concerned about the coalitions plans to attack the public sector pay and pensions my wages are low compared to a lot of others i struggle to pay into the pension fund i expect to recieve my money in full along with my government pension when and if i reach 65

Comment by Andrew Nowell on July 30, 2010 at 7:28 pm

Dear Mr Cameron,
The vote i gave you in the election was the first time ihave voted in many years. I gave you this vote because i believed you are a honest man, with a new outlook on politics.I am not a inteligent man but i do know lies and deciet when it said or done, which has been happening to much in politics over the last few years.
I think you are making the right decision (as much as they may hurt) for the good of our great country. You have a long way to go but keep up the good work, do what you believe in, ignore the idiots and don’t let us down please
Andy

Comment by Ian Hitchen on July 30, 2010 at 7:29 pm

Dear Prime Minister,

Thank you for continuing to keep us informed. The coalition government has exceeded my expectations in virtually every area. You are implementing soundly based policies, for the benefit of us all. However, I believe there is one exception – education. Please keep an open mind about what works best, not what is politically correct. Your on-line poll on 22nd January confirmed that the biggest issue in education for Tory voters is maximising social mobility through the creation of more grammar schools.

I wish you and your family a relaxing break during the summer – if that’s possible for the Prime Minister!

Sincerely,

Ian Hitchen.

Comment by Freshta Raper on July 30, 2010 at 7:31 pm

Dear Prime Minister, well done for all the hard work and astonishing leadership. Yes this country was in need for a desperate change and these are positive steps on the way.
I am very pleased to see that you have established a National Security Council and also established a clear strategy on Afghanistan. I hope you will expand this to the whole Middle East so that we can create a positive culture and good strategy for better nation building.
Hope you and your family have a great summer holiday.
Regards
Freshta Raper
Cumbria

Comment by john evenden on July 30, 2010 at 7:32 pm

You should all read THE SECRET STATE by Heather Brooke and see where the money is going to waste!

Comment by John Church on July 30, 2010 at 7:32 pm

Dear David,
Well done for the last three months all you need to do now is sort out the judiciary after some of their recent perverse decisions they need to be reminded that parliament makes the law and it is their job to enforce it and not to interpret it.

Comment by john evenden on July 30, 2010 at 7:33 pm

decrease the size of the Lords not increase it!

Comment by Maureen Cocklin on July 30, 2010 at 7:34 pm

I am happy with David Cameron’s leadership at the moment and know it’s a long haul, but could someone please inform Nick Clegg why he is in parliament and if he carries on likes this he will not be again. There is one man who, whatever party that person represents,
is respected and that man is Vince Cable.

Comment by LH Porter on July 30, 2010 at 7:41 pm

So far….so good; especially the “Big Society” idea (even though its not new to a great many of us, its good to see official support for a scheme that works against the atomism of recent decades (whether from the excesses of liberalism or socialism)).

Also good to see Trident in its proper place rather than a ring-fenced budget of its own.

I’m a little warey of the issues raised by the India trip (being a tory of the old school I’m a supporter of protectionism and against globalisation) and the wobble in america (please, the country has very little concept of tradition), but all in all, not bad so far.

Comment by tom ryves on July 30, 2010 at 7:41 pm

What we are seeing everyday can only be compared to the New Deal of the 1930s. Foe the first time in 10 years I am actually proud to be British. Its a funny but rather good feeling. You have guts, charisma and a great team. Thank you.

Comment by Mike on July 30, 2010 at 7:42 pm

David – I am so proud of you. You are spot on re: India/Isreal/Pakistan. Great that we are joined up with the US again. And sensibly in Europe without being too much in Europe. Looking forward to your second term already 2015 – 2020 – majority government when we can start to share the proceeds of growth!!!

Comment by Lionheart on July 30, 2010 at 7:43 pm

You’ve certainly got things moving, but I’m worried that the list of Categories above does not include Energy. As a retired engineer who got a First Class degree at the best university in the country (Cambridge, of course), I’m still worried that the Coalition is not doing enough to stop the lights going out in ten years time. Power stations that produce power when the country needs it, and not when the wind is blowing suitably, are big projects that take time to build and design. If you popularise electric cars, those are going to require even more electrical power to recharge them. I trust you start putting some pressure on the companies involved to do something about starting to build more power stations this year – and I do mean making a start this year, 2010.

Comment by James Bungay on July 30, 2010 at 7:44 pm

this is all well and good but im still out of work.

Comment by Richard Calhoun on July 30, 2010 at 7:49 pm

A very creditable start for the Coalition.

Please consider a Flat Tax in your review of the tax and benefit systems, it could be a once in a lifetime opportunity and could be one contribution to kickstarting our manufacturing sector.

Comment by Lisa on July 30, 2010 at 7:50 pm

Willing you to succeed Dave. Well done so far and good luck

Comment by Allan Cormack on July 30, 2010 at 7:51 pm

Dear David,
Thanks for this great start. I feel you are enjoying the challenges of being Prime Minister. Hope you and your team do not slow down after the summer recess.
Best wishes
Allan

Comment by alan on July 30, 2010 at 7:51 pm

hi dave

your mp dan byles knows me i think your system is ok but needs a little bit of reform we need to balance the books but also need to keep the british people keen iam 60 years old and have seen a lot a long talk with john major will help and your good friend william will be a good way forward i wish you all the best

alan arnold

Comment by mary o’shaughnessy on July 30, 2010 at 7:53 pm

David

I am really impressed with the fact that you are not afraid to express your views and not worry about what the media may think. The moves you are making re benefits are long overdue and will help those who do want to work to gain employment more quickly. Please continue to think outside of the box, its long overdue.

Comment by iain macknzie on July 30, 2010 at 7:56 pm

Prime Minister
So far so good, I am however extremely concerned with the possible military cuts. Our military personnel need to know that the government is fully committed to them and talks of cuts in equipment and manpower when they are deployed fighting a vicious war is not good for moral. I am delighted with the increase in deployment pay but this is still not enough, a front line soldier deserves decent pay and an assurance of full support from his employer. Get this right and like Maggi before you, you will have the support of all our military people. Get this one right.
regards
Mac

Comment by chris hall on July 30, 2010 at 7:56 pm

keep running david you might pass the debt yet, yes let`s leave it behind, it`s a bad ugly cloud over our heads and our childrens. keep going keep going!

Comment by James Griffiths on July 30, 2010 at 7:57 pm

Dear Prime Minister,
I would just like to say ‘Well done to you and Nick Clegg.’ Keep up the good work and stick to your principles.
Yours Faithfully -
James Griffiths
West Lancashire

Comment by Trevor Allen on July 30, 2010 at 7:58 pm

Fine start David.
But please get a message to banks to remember it is the SME’s who will help pull this country out of the mess.
I have a 80 staff company growing 25% pa requiring 100k to grow to £3m in 2010.
Employing 10 more staff!
My bank just aren’t interested despite telling me ‘they are open for business’ and relate to deals of £millions with plc’s
3 month’s of pressure to raise working capital is just not good enough!

Comment by graham townsend on July 30, 2010 at 7:58 pm

What a start, what a Great Start…
A gigantic blast of Fresh Air is blowing through our over-regulated, over-ruled and overtaxed country!
And please Carry On telling it Like It Is, Mr Cameron; we have suffered 12 years of Spin and Double-spin, Lies, Evasions, Invasions (into our privacy) and Brown-nosing in foreign places. Lets hear it for Britain at last!

Comment by mary o’shaughnessy on July 30, 2010 at 7:58 pm

David

How refreshing to have someone who thinks outside the box on issues such as welfare reform. These changes are long overdue and hopefully will allow people a chance to get back on their feet quickly rather than get caught in an endless spiral. You trust people to act in a resposible mann.er rather than assuming they are all trying to cheat the system. Look forward to seeing some more positive changes to employment and training, we need them. Have a good break, you deserve it

Comment by Angus Lavin on July 30, 2010 at 7:59 pm

Hi

I have been a conservative all of my life and I am really glad that the conservatives have come into power (ish). I am however disappointed with your recent announcement regarding the abolishion of the Default Retirement Age.

It was always the Labour party that increased legislation and removed any freedom for the employers. Now the coallition is doing the same.

Most disappointed.

Anyway good stuff David on the foriegn policy remarks. Try to keep away from referring to the world wars it is always a problem.

Angus

Comment by G.Sowter on July 30, 2010 at 8:00 pm

One size fits all for social benefits will not do — mark my words.And we are all just a bit tired of hearing we are all in it together while you cosy up to the bankers!!

Comment by Jimbob on July 30, 2010 at 8:01 pm

Well done, a good start.

Keep up the good work and don’t be intimidated or diverted by the left leaning press , the BBC and the Unions. I’m sure they’re all busy planning their mischief.

I’m a taxi driver and the topic of conversation with many customers is the state of the country and the cuts needed to get us back on track. The silent, hard working majority are backing you. The only whingers are the ones losing their cushy non jobs or generous benefits.

One thing that many of my customers have suggested is capping benefits to be no higher than someone earning minimum wage. If £5.93 per hour, or £207.00 per 35 hour week is good enough for someone working hard at McDonalds to live on, then surely surely nobody on benefits should be getting more!

Comment by Ja Brown on July 30, 2010 at 8:03 pm

Keep on running your doing swell

Comment by Michael Dixon on July 30, 2010 at 8:04 pm

With spending on the NHS being around £110,000,000,000 a year action needs to be taken to reduce the high levels of obesity, smoking & alcohol consumption in the UK. People need to become more responsible for their health. On the radio the other morning I heard that 10,000,000 people, including many young people, smoke – what will this eventually cost the NHS?
Keep up your good work. Have a great summer.

Comment by Julian Moore on July 30, 2010 at 8:08 pm

Good job so far, loads more to be done, but I like the pace, keep it up. If you can turn this country from one that I’d like to have left under Labour into one where I’d like to stay and be proud of it, that would be a job well done.

Comment by Nick on July 30, 2010 at 8:10 pm

I am very pleased with how the coalition is doing; despite various the criticisms from both inside and outside the coalition (which no doubt will get louder and more frequent) the government must remain resolute and firm in its aims and objectives. Never forget though to admit if you get something wrong – genuine humility is lacking both in politics and society as a whole. If I have any concerns at the moment, they include the fact that we are not seeing or hearing a tough enough stance on Immigration; and I also believe that there is a lot of money to be saved, combined with increasing the deterrent value, from reforming the prison service by removing the soft conditions allowed. Apart from these concerns, keep up the excellent work! Hope you get to have a summer holiday?!

Comment by Simon Harris on July 30, 2010 at 8:11 pm

I respect what you have done Prime minister and the way in which you and Nick Clegg have brought your parties together but i have grave reservations about the future. As a country we still appear to be in free fall.
As always my views dont count, thanks for your email though made me feel slightly as if i was inportant to your party.

Comment by IAN WIDDOWS on July 30, 2010 at 8:12 pm

Dear Prime Minister
many thanks for your email.
Yourself and the coalition government are taking the appropiate steps needed Good luck to you all.
I hope you all have a good holiday

Regards

Ian Widdows

Comment by Ian Yeomans on July 30, 2010 at 8:14 pm

Excellent clear and concise action now being taken to clear the dreadfull shambles left by the previous administration.

Comment by Mike Bray on July 30, 2010 at 8:16 pm

So much common sense, just not used to this!

Comment by Roy Briscoe on July 30, 2010 at 8:18 pm

Hit the ground running yes I voted for you knowing some hard decisions were needed but continue to undermime our defence and we’ll be run rough shod over by the rest of the world. You should be red circling the defence budget not the NHS or DHSS look at their spending; MOD £37 Billion, NHS £120 Billion and DHSS £220 Billion don’t cut our defence cut the wasters which I helped elect you to do. Oh and Trident was never part of the MOD budget your defence secretary needs your support on this one. You’ll lose my vote if you don’t defend our country if we’ve got one left to defend!!!!

Comment by Terry on July 30, 2010 at 8:19 pm

Prime Minister,

Before your election to this high office I emailed you as David, but now I am pleased indeed to address you as Prime Minister.

The results of just over eighty days in power are so impressive. You’ve got a grip, taken control, and present leadership of a quality which has been lacking since Margaret Thatcher. And that from a man who is not a dyed in the wool Tory!!

I viewed much of Margaret Thatcher’s administration from Eire. I can’t tell you the impact strong UK leadership has on peoples abroad. The UK had then such respect, almost deference. And that from a country which was, notionally at least, at war with us.

I’m encouraged, and impressed, and am again looking at a position where I can say with conviction, I’m proud to be a Brit!

Prime Minister, or so unusually for most Brits addressing your office, Sir, remember your Christian roots, your faith. You may not have a direct line to Heaven, and nor do I, but prayer will accomplish so much more than you can alone. And lonely is your position now.

I encourage you all in good things. Go for it, govern rightly with a strong hand, and may God be with you as He clearly is now.

As said, your’s is a lonely calling, perhaps the most solitary. But you are not so alone. I know for a fact Christians up and down this good land are praying for you and your family. Praying above all for ‘peace,’ for you.

Our prayers are with you and your dear wife. May she deliver easily, a child to be proud of.

I can only echo the sentiments of the previous post – a Prime Minister to be proud of. History will record you as one of the ‘greats.’

T.R. Savage
Suffolk

Comment by John Sandells on July 30, 2010 at 8:20 pm

Well done so far David very positive start to the beginning of your leadership much admiration for your honesty and quest to deliver what you promised

Comment by John on July 30, 2010 at 8:21 pm

What about a form of voluntary National Service for the out of work youth of this country. They can qualify for various trades in fact many jobs and get paid while doing so. The country would at least get something in return,for this could replace dole and benefit money and reduce what is a burdon on the taxpayer.
Two other interfereing bodies which needs to be stamped out are the PC Brigade and the Health and Safety nut cases who seem to have taken upon themselves powers to impose ridiculous and rather stupid restraints on free speach, and petty interfereing restrictions on how people should work.

Comment by Deborah Scott on July 30, 2010 at 8:24 pm

I believe we are witnessing the return of sanity to our great country. I have been most impressed with Eric Pickles’ reforms.

Comment by Berenice on July 30, 2010 at 8:25 pm

Certainly David Cameron looks more a statesman than ever Gordon Brown did, which gives me confidence. The coalition is making headway in spelling out the need for curbs in public spending. However, the biggest concern of the electorate was immigration and the predicted population growth. What happens? Cameron is pressing for the inclusion of Turkey into the EU. This week an amnesty on failed assylum seekers to job entitlement, and a forecast that this tiny island will have the largest numbers of immigrant birthrate than any other EU country. Why can’t you pay heed to the people of this country and reflect their concerns in your decision making or are the Liberals pulling your strings? The Lib/Lab/Con is still alive and kicking.

Comment by Christopher on July 30, 2010 at 8:25 pm

Dear David you are doing all you said you would do and more.
Here on the ground things haven’t changed. The stores are still raising prices and we’re still trying to survive.” Every little bit in their tills helps”, should be their slogan.
A friend of mine went to the bank to get a small loan. He has a small business and received a order from the MOD. He was told by the bank manager,” I’m sorry but with the economic conditions as they are we have to say NO”. Banks are still not loaning money to the small businesses. The tax payers that bailed them out. So things here haven’t changed.

Comment by dparfitt on July 30, 2010 at 8:26 pm

Please do not let the summer recess throw you off track.The big metropolitan councils really need looking at as the waste at these monsters is beyond belief full of non jobs.
I would also look at Ofsted and how ineffective it is, it strangles creatvity,establishes a tick box culture and generates a climate of fear resulting in no progress for children in public care/poor educational opps.

Comment by Kenneth Abell on July 30, 2010 at 8:27 pm

I am 74 yrs. so have witnessed the decline in standards of behaveiour, partiularly in the young, over the years. When I travel abroad It’s so easy to tell the brits, who compare badly with our much smarter, continental counterparts, which makes me feel ashamed to be British. I feel that David has an appreciation of this and all the problems associated with lack of respect by our younger generation. I am hopefull that our new Prime Minister will not only stop any further decline of standards but will actually restore some of our National Pride. I don’t believe in giving anything away free – like bus passes – We should all pay something towards costs, if we use a service.

Comment by Virginia Wiltshire on July 30, 2010 at 8:28 pm

All good news so far, but please don’t delay the resolution of the Equitable Life situation any longer. Please may I have back the one third of my income that Equitable and now Prudential have cut from my pension. I saved for it and I really need it.

Comment by John Daines on July 30, 2010 at 8:29 pm

Well done so far, as a pensioner I am waiting to see what is being proposed for us.
Afghanistan will never fully change, the tribal influence is too strong. I am encouraged to see more pressure is being put on Pakistan to stop the training of terrorists in that country.
Keep up the good work, I appreciate it is not easy.

John Daines

Comment by Karen Roibinson on July 30, 2010 at 8:30 pm

Well done, but stay strong and focused, our Country has lost alot, we need to retain our culture, respect and beliefs. Start re-building the solid foundation that have crumbled quite severly over the years! Listen to the people of this Country, keep visiting businesses, communities and listen to real peoples thoughts and ideas to get us out of this mess. Please don’t sell us out!

Comment by Fred Fisher on July 30, 2010 at 8:33 pm

Well done David ,a good start.

Could be more radical – scrap incapacity benefit or at least put a one year time limit on it and reduce the level of Jobseekers allowance. I am fed up with the fake bad back merchants!
Lets dispense with lots more quango’s and see if we feel any pain.

Potential savings – Billions. Lets get serious. Iam not loud mouthed- just a straight talker

Comment by Valerie Mundy on July 30, 2010 at 8:37 pm

Keep up the good work, you are showing people you are true to your word and will continue to do so.

Comment by b. bayliss on July 30, 2010 at 8:38 pm

You are asking us all to make cuts, but you scrap HIPS which was bringing in £50m-£100m a year. Why give away this amount when house sellers could easily afford to pay the HIPS for another year or two ubtil we are out of this recession. Give a little thought before you act.

Comment by Kevin Nesbitt on July 30, 2010 at 8:41 pm

I still haven’t seen any commitment from MP’s yet. When are they going to show their solidarity to the common cause and take pay cuts like the rest of us, or is it all just a load of hot air?

Comment by Moriag Macpherson on July 30, 2010 at 8:41 pm

So delighted that the David Cameron has taken power , as a first time voter I was not at all politically educated and although i was born and live in Scotland I celebrate being British and indeed educate my children in the same way ! I love being part of the Union “Great Britain ” and I believe that David Cameron will make it great once again !!!!!!!!!! I am so proud of what you have achieved in such a short time ! Keep upi the excellent work !!!!!

Comment by John Page on July 30, 2010 at 8:49 pm

I am pleased so far what has been achieved, but what I really want is that our utilities gas – water -electric belong to us and not owned by other countries. I also want our laws to apply to every one with no exceptions made other countries do not make concessions so why should we.

Comment by John Owston on July 30, 2010 at 8:52 pm

While generally endorsing the overall tone and thrust of David Cameron’s comments, I nevertheless feel that some recognition might have been made of the Lib Dem contributions to this Coalition Government’s early successes. I suspect that such recognition, were it to be forthcoming, would be welcomed by many in the rank and file of the Lib Dem Party. I suspect (and fear) that a number of leading figures on the right wing pf the Conservative Party (with Ian Duncan Smith an honorable exception) are working hard to fracture the Coalition – not to mention the entire Labour Party’s desperate pursuit of this same unworthy aim. The Lib Dem support is down in the opinion polls at present, so this is surely the precise moment when Lib Dems should be encouraged to keep their nerve. If they do so, the longterm reward for them could be very great. As a “one nation compassionate Conservative”, my great hope is that Labour may be replaced by the Liberal Democrat Party, in the medium to longterm, as the party of alternative government, and even as HM Official Party. Now, for the first time, this seems like a realistic possibility. Please don’t blow this by ignoring or depreciating a Party that has risen courageously to the chance and the challenge of government.
J.O.

Comment by John Halstead on July 30, 2010 at 8:53 pm

Your performance so far is the reason I have just joined the party. Keep up the good work.

Comment by Michael Collins on July 30, 2010 at 8:53 pm

I’m thrilled by your bold and decisive action to reform and reinvent Britain in order to secure our future in a fast-changing world and to make our unbalanced economy more productive and less burdened with debt. There is still a way to go to curb the intrusions of the surveillance society into the lives of law-abiding citizens. We also need to reduce the goverment share of GDP, and the tax take, as soon as we prudently may. Also I look forward to the Freedom Act and the abolition of silly, ineffective and unfair laws. This used to be a country where you could do what you like, unless it was forbidden. Now the reverse seems to be the case. Also there needs to be a culture of customer service in the NHS: my registration at a GP surgery was delayed because a receptionist told me I had to provide the postal code of my previous practice, who had never given me a contact card. Incidentally, we have a well-liked MP, Stephen Hammond, and would like to see his experience and talents made more use of as opportunity serves. Michael Collins, Wimbledon.

Comment by Russell Potter on July 30, 2010 at 8:57 pm

David,
re pushing power out from the centre:-
If you are serious about it then abandon the ridiculous idea of splitting the Island. The people of the Isle of Wight would like to guide their own destiny and not have some parts of it under the control of a mainland council.
Your image is taking a battering here.

Comment by Chris Gabbott on July 30, 2010 at 8:59 pm

Hi David, Keep hitting the Nail on the head.
We are suffering a bit with down turns in business but you can’t make an omlette with out breaking the egg. We need good strong leadership, well done keep going.
Enjoy what holiday you can get, it is a long year ahead.

Comment by Paul Vitti on July 30, 2010 at 8:59 pm

Dear David,

I am impressed and glad to see some common sense returning. No more targets, petty legislation, ‘state spy networks’ and broken promises, please. If we need more jails, build them. Never mind the liberal view that jail ‘doesn’t work’. We need to keep our streets and homes safe and as you can’t educate pork, taking away their freedom and liberty is the only way of maintaining ours. Get schools back to teaching correctly and able to administer discipline. PTA’s didn’t exist in my time at school – the Headmaster was in charge and what he said applied. It was a tough school with some tough kids. I doubt anyone could tame them which is why we need jails, but at least the discipline could stop the innocents from being drawn into the bad ways. The Health Service – well admirable as it is, it is unsustainable in its current format – every party knows this but no one will grasp the nettle so I hope you give it a good go. There is clearly too much administration but with c. 65 million customers (growing daily under Labours immigration policies) it won’t be easy for you to trim it. Good luck on that.The Armed Forces – pay them well, look after them once it’s over and equip them properly or bring them home. I agreed with Iraq and I understand why we are in Afghanistan although I’m not sure it’s one we will win in the end. We will come out eventually and it will degenerate again but I guess we have to see it through now. Energy – forget windfarms. Expensive or not there is only one way – Nuclear – so let’s get on with it now. If we’d done it 25 years ago we’d be pretty much self sufficient by now. As for 300 years of coal underground and unused – well that’s sadly a former Conservative legacy. Benefits – desperate for a huge shake up and the sooner the better. I can’t pay my staff for 40 hours as much as a single Mum on benefits and working 16 hours, gets. It can’t be right. Transport – stop wasting millions on crash barriers on hardshoulders where they aren’t necessary and add more lanes. Get to grips with Health and Safety and stop closing miles of motorway lanes for 50 yards of roadworks. Overseas aid is important – just be careful where it is spent. Immigration – far too easy going. A five year ban won’t hurt whilst we sort out some of the problems. There are plenty of unemployed people here who could do the work of immigrants if ‘encouraged’ sufficiently. No money usually applies the mind. If companies can only afford the minimum wage then Goverment can make it up to a reasonable level – at least the benefits would be worked for.

Finally, ask James Gray if you can see the letter I sent to him some time before the election. He never replied, probably not surprisingly, but perhaps you will.

Keep up the work you have begun. Well done.

Sincerely, Paul Vitti, Swindon, Wiltshire.

Comment by Gill Knights on July 30, 2010 at 9:03 pm

I agree with William King and his views on trident. My biggest disappointment is that you have not done anything about care for the elderly. Are you aware that even people who are entitled to continuing care are not getting it? The NHS move the boundaries to suit themselves. They do not follow governmental guidelines. Why are elderly people funding themselves just because they have bought their own properties and saved a little, when some people choose not to buy their own property. Some people prepared for their old age, never thinking that they would end up handing all their hard earned investments to a self serving residential home owner.

Comment by Mary anderson on July 30, 2010 at 9:05 pm

I worry that you frown so much now. relax. we’re proud of you !

Comment by John JW. Lewis on July 30, 2010 at 9:06 pm

The last time a Prime Minister was so positive it was a Lady, Thank you Dave as you are going great Guns! stick with it & you’ll win.
God bless to you & the Missus.

Comment by Jim Allen on July 30, 2010 at 9:07 pm

Looks like were heading in the right direction – now all we need to sort our is the complaints process and scrap the ombudsman system and replace it with Local correction officer to re-align over zealous officials….

Comment by Bertie Pinchera on July 30, 2010 at 9:11 pm

Dear PM, I am pleased that the coalition is working well and that you and NC have demonstrated that collaborative politics is the way forward. There are some inherent risks in the programme adopted so far, as I am sure you are well aware. Costs must come down in this Parliament but real care is needed to ensure the cuts do not damage the tentative recovery. Another re-organisation of the NHS is probably unwise at this time – the real skill is not to attempt to much too soon no matter what the justification given. I would add that the UK is not a small entity and whilst short term plans (within 5 years) are progressing, it is essential to plan beyond this as much as one can. You may also wish to consider providing a faily detailed ‘State of the Nation’ annual report, with numbers, in due course. As with much in life, not all goes to plan and adjustments are often required. A regular and fairly detailed review will help everyone stay connected. The real judgement, of course, will be made at the end of this Parliament by the electorate. Let’s hope for all our sakes that real progress is made – our future depends upon a well implemented robust strategy.
Best wishes and good luck.
Bertie

Comment by Hyder Ali Pirwany on July 30, 2010 at 9:11 pm

I am getting scared: Please no cuts in education and hospital nurses’ pay. They have kept me alive through my cardiac operations. I am expecting more operations shortly.

Comment by Keith W on July 30, 2010 at 9:11 pm

Well done so far
Mixed messages about immigration,no more because that is why people voted for you remind Vince.
1600 quangos to go then we will be winning.
When will Suzi Leather and her ilk go?
You really must stop people wearing burkahs as it is offensive to the indigenous population
Bear in mind the population of England and Wales was less than 53 million on 02.05.1997 so what happened if it is now 60 million?
Hope you and Sam and children have a good holiday.

Comment by Andrew Lunson on July 30, 2010 at 9:14 pm

Well done so far.Keep preesing ahead with your agenda and do not let the “wets” like David Davies deflect you from the difficult job of getting the deficit down quickly.

Comment by Clive Syddall on July 30, 2010 at 9:14 pm

Yiu are doing an excellent job as PM and leader of the Coalition. The team seems to be working well and reform going at a fast pace. Ignore your critics on the right. They must be realistic this is a Coalition and compromises are necessary. Continue to be outspoken as you were in India. It is refreshing leadership. See you in the Roseland in Cornwall.

Comment by Lorraine Le Ceve on July 30, 2010 at 9:16 pm

Dear David
So far i think you are doing a brilliant job, it is very difficult to try and get the country out of the mess we are in, congratulations to both you and Mr Clegg
And good luck to both you and your wife for the safe arrival of your new baby
Regards
Lorraine

Comment by Jilly on July 30, 2010 at 9:17 pm

so far so good – I feel more confident day by day with the new government; but you appear to have made a few gaffs recently whilst in Pakistan and other incidents which appear to demonstrate your inexperience as a world leader.

David, please be extra careful when abroad in sensitive places such as Pakistan – we don’t want a backlash from the terrorists who will totally misunderstand what you are trying to say and may think you are being “anti Islamic”.

We are not expecting you to be perfect, everyone makes mistakes! But the consequences resulting from the gaffes of a PM are far greater for our country.

We had a bellyful of “Phoney Tony” and “Grumpy Gordon” – I hope you don’t turn into “Dippy Dave” (joke)!!

Stay strong but humble – something every great leader has to work on.

Comment by steve hunt on July 30, 2010 at 9:22 pm

Excellent stuff Prime Minister! It seems to me that good government is like good business, like life……….compromise here and there gets the priorities sorted. Ignore the DD s of this world and keep this up, I am so proud of what you are doing!

Comment by Russell Collins on July 30, 2010 at 9:23 pm

Does the Prime Minister ever spend a few minutes reading these entries??

Comment by Terry on July 30, 2010 at 9:24 pm

You are doing what is needed but the N.H.S. has really got to start in each hospital the old way.Matron rules and cut down on managers then under managers so forth.Keep up the good work.

Comment by UK Tony on July 30, 2010 at 9:26 pm

This is my first posting on this Blog, so I will keep it short. Just wanted to thank you and the Deputy for doing a good job so far, under difficult circumstances. You deserve a good Holiday so I hope that you and the Family find the time and the place to unwind.
Good Luck
Tony.

Comment by Vic Meldrew on July 30, 2010 at 9:26 pm

At last, a man who has the balls (and honesty) to do what was promised and necessary. I have reservations about the scale of the cuts, but deep down we all know it is for the good of the country. Keep it up Mr Cameron!

Comment by Robin on July 30, 2010 at 9:31 pm

Good work however I have concerns regarding the academy approach to schools. I can refer to an instance where the head has gone off on a personal self promotion agenda and governors do not appear to have the will to regain control. What checks are being made?

Comment by Tim Wheeler on July 30, 2010 at 9:43 pm

Congratulations to Mr David Cameron and Mr Nick Clegg for the forthright policies that have to proceed without any or too muich interference from the Oppoisition!!

My main concern, is the affect that the cuts will be in Defence. I hope it will not affect the frontline running of the Armed Forces too much.

Comment by George Harrison on July 30, 2010 at 9:47 pm

I hope that the concessionary bus fare will continue. It will lead to a massive loss of votes from OAP’s. I for one worked for 47 years. I am annoyed at the huge increase of immigrants also, and the unlimited money used on them. I am not racist by any means but our citizens would not be given anything when going to the countries they have just left. Canada has a rigid 4% entry a year. A huge country like that and we a small island inundated!!

Comment by Chris Maude on July 30, 2010 at 9:50 pm

Full marks. Full stop, Keep going.

Comment by Graham Pratt on July 30, 2010 at 9:53 pm

Dear PM
perhaps we could help some public sector workers keep their jobs if the government introduces a tax on packaged alcohol products thus making the sales fairer in line with draft sales in the hard pressed public houses.
The tax could rise £100 million
Any thoughts?
Regards
Graham Pratt

Comment by Delysia Balhatchet on July 30, 2010 at 9:59 pm

Well done! But do take time off for some rest.
And thank you for the updating. Try not to frown so much.

Comment by Sheila Crouch on July 30, 2010 at 10:12 pm

In view of the fact that we’re deeply in debt & we’ve to cut back severely – why are we sending millions of tax-payers money to India and China and other foreign countries? Surely we should be looking after our own citizens first. India and China are the new growth economies in any case. It’s obscene to be sending our hard-earned taxes to the fastest growing economies in the world. Explain pls.

Comment by Steph Smith on July 30, 2010 at 10:12 pm

I am glad Dave appreciates the hard work and effort the campainers put in

To be honest I am still waiting to see if it was worth all the abuse I received at university, all the comments etc. The Tories are already planning on screwing around with the student finances which spells trouble for every single Tory supporting student.

However I do not think there is a finer prime minister then David Cameron, hopefully he will be seen as one of the best PMs in the UK, if he sorts Labours mess out he will go down in the history books

Comment by L Selsdon on July 30, 2010 at 10:13 pm

Well done so far.
Abolition of “Marriage Value” re.leasehold homes asap PLEASE
3 million of us.

Comment by Ian exams on July 30, 2010 at 10:16 pm

Well Done You are doing a great job, glad to see the Lib Dems working well along side. I know live will be tough ahead but things will only get better over time. My only reservation You as a Government need to toughen up a lot more with the Banker especially their Bonuses, an insult to the rest of us having to make sacrifices because of their greed under the last Government. Have a good summer break

Comment by D.R.Cawthorne on July 30, 2010 at 10:17 pm

Dear David,thanks for remembering you helpers.You & your team are doing a splendid job & I know that you will continue.
With my very best regards,
Roger……

Comment by Mr John Elliott on July 30, 2010 at 10:17 pm

I have a small care home that that we have run for27 years.Last year we got nothing of a increas on our fees this year they are taking 2.7%offour fees as the bank rate isonly.0.5% Vince Cable could not get alone at that rate.WE need a national rate for care homes and get rid of these people that have not got a clue what the real world is about.this goes on in every local authority in the UK. look what you could save by negotiation nationaly.

Comment by Penny on July 30, 2010 at 10:20 pm

An excellent beginning. I just think that you need to blow your own trumpet a bit more. I know it is a bit classless to boast about one’s achievements but I get sick and tired of labour continually trying to negate everything you do – you must tell everyone how well you are doing – not just your fans and followers. I also want to see a rapid end to the ridiculous political correctness that has turned our country into a ‘nark’s paradise’ and made it almost impossible to have an opinion without falling foul of the ‘racism, sexism, everyism’ tag.

Comment by D Boyd on July 30, 2010 at 10:30 pm

I thought you were going to abolish restrictive laws!. Now you propose preventing employers retiring people at the age the employer wants. Just imagine the distress caused by an employer trying to prove that someone was altzeimic. I was an employer and we had an employee allowed to go on after 65 and we kept finding him asleep on his bench!
Just leave it to employers to decide their retiring age for employees.

Comment by Nick Gulliford on July 30, 2010 at 10:31 pm

I agree with what you have written and the positive comments published thus far. You deserve our thanks and a good holiday. I would also add my appreciation of the achievement of making the coalition work and the excellent start by IDS and his colleagues at DWP. However, When the Labour government was elected, the Social Exclusion Unit announced that there were eight indicators of deprivation, one of which was ‘family breakdown’. However, when the Neighbourhood Renewal Unit and the ONS published the Neighbourhood Indices of Deprivation in 2001 there were only seven of them, plus an Index of Multiple Deprivation, the omission being ‘family breakdown’. We have not be given a satisfactory explanation as to why there is no Neighbourhood Index of Domestic and Social Cohesion or ‘family stability’. No one will take seriously the Conservative Party’s pronouncements on promoting family stability until it takes seriously the issue of measuring changes at a neighbourhood level. Neighbourhood leaders – school governors, parish councillors, GPs and health professionals, clergy and community leaders – should all have easy access to local family stability figures so they can measure the effectiveness of local programmes and policies for relationship education. One startling and indisputable fact that has emerged from the MPs’ expenses fiasco is that when a spotlight is shone upon the statistics, people sit up and take notice.

Comment by Derek on July 30, 2010 at 10:32 pm

Dear David, Nick & our Goverment,
the people of our great country gave you our vote for change. Change that you have given us back so fast. Thank you all keep it going, Power from the People to the People for the People!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Comment by jim stirling on July 30, 2010 at 10:32 pm

So far so ghood Prime minister my 2 concerns are that there are rumours the immigration cap will not be implemented and the benefit cuts may affect the severly disabled who are not cheating the system like many do.

Comment by Jean Gleadall on July 30, 2010 at 10:34 pm

You are all doing great. So much in so short a time Brill’ One thing we don’t like is the BBC arrogant reporters who praise the coalition then deride it. The knowall know nowt buggers. Sack em all Dave.
Jean

Comment by derrick fortune on July 30, 2010 at 10:49 pm

well i thank you for your e mail cant see what you have dun all i know we are still with gordon brown
thats how we feel there is no change for me and julie
labour still are alive and well i didnt know you was in bed with gordon brown and bloody balir
dave where is the change for me and julie and people like us housing benefit still getting away with waste we are paying the price for there ignorance they say stuff your rules we say we are in deeper money problems now as if labour was still in power so can you hear me

Comment by Susan on July 30, 2010 at 10:56 pm

At last a Prime Minister who isn’t afraid to speak his mind (and the minds of majority of the population) instead of being pc. For the first time in 15 years I believe that Britain can be great again.

Comment by Marilyn Butler on July 30, 2010 at 10:56 pm

Good, keep the good work up.

Comment by Rohan Tillekeratne on July 30, 2010 at 10:56 pm

Dear PM
Looks good so far, but I shall reserve judgment for a while longer. The proof of whether you are a great PM and not just a popular PM will be revealed much later. New brooms always sweep well. I hope you can maintain humility and keep in mind that your only goal as PM is to ensure a better quality of life for each and every person who lives in this country. If you do that, the rest will follow.
I hope you will show up all the previous egotistical PMs that we have had.
Best of luck.

Rohan
Melbourne, Australia

Comment by Deon Newbronner on July 30, 2010 at 11:02 pm

True leadership – a choice not a position. And indeed there some difficult choices afoot. A wonderous start!

I do concur with William King (above) re Trident. This £20 billion is surely not all going to be spent before the end of this parliament? Its a long-term commitment. And we’re not going to be in recession for the next five years, are we? Recovery. So lets think strategically about our Strategic Nuclear Deterrent. Defence must stay, cut elsewhere. Its our insurance policy. Get the hords of long-term unemployed (there shouldn’t be long-term unemployed) off their proverbial and save money there, and at the same time generate wealth through their jobs, therefore more taxes and finally seeing a sense of individual responsibility being embraced by many (who appear to have none). For pete’s sake!

And Trident is not the only issue here – although thats clearly what I’ve been banging on about – the MOD generally should really be untouched. Come on lets protect our nation!

Ok, I’ll stop now! But no in all seriousness…good work. Fabulous!

Comment by Jon Houlton on July 30, 2010 at 11:12 pm

I think most of us know that the decisions made simply had to be made. The difficult part will be holding our nerve when these cuts begin to bite. Idiots like David Davies need to grow up and support the greater good. The timing of his ‘childish antics’ demonstrates his complete lack of judgment. You will make mistakes but a great many of us have complete absolute in you. Well done Prime Minister.

Comment by Peter Taft on July 30, 2010 at 11:12 pm

Dear David

Well done, tough decisions need strength of mind and hope you get the support that you need. It is right that you should hit the ground running on a pragmatic basis. It is also very assuring that sharing of government with the Lib Dems continues to be listening and operating together in cooperation. Leaders set good examples like you and Nick Clegg are doing but we need to see more of you on TV. The people need assurances that what you are doing has good reason and joined up thinking.
A Systems approach to the failure of the last government and what is wrong with our society, might just have a long term return.
I would feel much easier if there was a spiritual side to all of this which I find missing in society as a whole. The family that prays together, stays together. You can’t do it all on your own as this is a complicated Mess and some help from above may just help us all if we have the right intentions. We all see that you are a family man and that you are seen to have good wholesome time for your family. Might I also thank you for this good example.
We look forward to your sound approach to the Mess i.e. that you listen to the people too, as you seem to be doing.
Sincerely, Peter Taft
Shropshire

Comment by Pamela Thompson on July 30, 2010 at 11:13 pm

Keep up the good work! Reduce the civilian employees in the Police service, sort out the NHS administration – who don’t make anyone better & hinder surgeons and give Eric Pickles a big pat on the back!!!

Comment by Casper on July 30, 2010 at 11:21 pm

Dear David,

I totally agree that a lot of progress has been made over the past 3 months – much more than I expected to be honest.

But there is only one thing that matters to me, and the 10 million others in this country who are either unemployed or under-employed. I have a degree and an MBA. I was made redundant in January 2010, and although I picked up some interim work. I have been out of work for the past 10 weeks – and I have made ovr 1,000 applications for various marketing management roles in the food & drink industry (my industry specialism). My career has gone through 3 recessions (1992 / 2001 and now 2010), and the simple fact is employers of decent jobs (paying £50,000+) are interviewing but not recruiting). It can’t be right that I have to consider a move to Saudi Arabia because I can’t find a job in the UK.

There needs to be a progressive policy to get talented people of all ages and education levels back into work. Think of the difference it would make if 2.5 million more people were in work, payimg taxes and not on benefits. That’s just the start.

The challenge is of course the job strategy – from schooleavers to people like me (aged 40) and older people, who through no fault of their own, are having to re-assess their retirement plans because of stockmarket / pension wobbles and woes.

Education and Industry need to work far more closely together.

I don’t know how we get round Brussels, but we need to encourage widespread consumer pride in buying British made goods from food and drink to cars and high-technology.

The French, Italians, Germans and Japanese have a great pride in their home-made products, so should we. That way we move towards the balanced economy that’s not so focused on Financial Services.

Sincererly,

Casper
Surrey

Comment by Jonte on July 30, 2010 at 11:33 pm

I must confess, it really does feel as if someone is in control of our country now. The pound is gradually regaining its value and once again there are signs of pride in the country. Not a great believer in coalition governments I have to admit that this one seems to be working well.

Well done Mr Clegg. Things can’t be too easy but your promise was to put Britain first. Well done.

Comment by Graham Molden on July 30, 2010 at 11:37 pm

If you hit the ground running then there is a tendency to miss things as you are going to fast. Some time needs to be taken to take a breather and look at what as been achieved and is going to happen.Otherwise a lot of the consequences will be unforeseen, then panic management sets in

Comment by David Atkinson on July 30, 2010 at 11:41 pm

Clear strategy on Afghanistan? Related to this – i.e. starving the army of funds to pay for Trident – I quote from Simon Heffer in today’s TELEGRAPH “…..end the overseas aid budget, which is a pointless, socialist waste of money at £7 billion a year. In three years that will pay for Trident: end of story. If the Government seriously wants to tell the people that bribing third-world dictators is more important than protecting the country then it proves its unfitness for office. “

Comment by SCOTT HARBISON on July 30, 2010 at 11:47 pm

A great start.Some real progress has been made already;people now talk as if they are ready to once again think and act for themselves.There is a tangible and collective sense of relief in the air that the ”doublethinkocrats” are out.I’m not saying that all of the country is with us,but to go back to socialism is a generally nationwide no-no.Its up to you now to steer this ship straight.Don’t let us down……..

Comment by Ken Taylor on July 31, 2010 at 12:00 am

Congratulations – but remember that you got there by people like us distributing literature, knocking on doors organising events, etc in order to get people to vote for the Conservative policies in the Conservative manifesto.

Here on the Isle of Wight there is widespread opposition from all our political associations, the local press and businesses as well as our electorate to the crazy proposal to have part of this island covered by an MP from the mainland. We have a distinctive identity and an excellent and respected Conservative MP who seems to attend every public event at weekends as well as holding local ‘surgeries’ and has helped numerous people and won their support. He has clearly shown that one MP can serve our type and size of population. You have repeatedly said that local people know what’s best for their local community. Please listen to us and respect our wishes. We are one island and want one island MP.

Comment by John McGuckin on July 31, 2010 at 12:19 am

So far so good – Welfare still needs attention.

Comment by kevin cartwright on July 31, 2010 at 12:35 am

i think you are going to far stopping dissability allowance for troops who have limbs missing so much for looking after our heroes we will come out of this resession but our heroes will never get there limbs back

Comment by D Yung on July 31, 2010 at 2:25 am

Well done so far and best of luck. Especiallly like your preparedness to speak out and not be afraid about what you say

Comment by Westmacott on July 31, 2010 at 4:04 am

Local Authority finance is out of control and I hear nothing about it. Council Chief Executives and Officers salaries and pensions must be cut by 30%.
Allowances to Councillors are unjustifiably high for a role which used to be voluntary. They must be cut by 30%.

Comment by Andrew Norris on July 31, 2010 at 4:11 am

Dear David,

My most heartfelt congratulations on your excellent progress so far. You and the Coalition have proved yourselves by walking the walk after talking the talk, and in doing so, the Coalition has earned my respect and admiration. Many thanks to you and to Nick Clegg for working together to mend broken Britain.

Comment by dwayne sinclair on July 31, 2010 at 4:49 am

hello mr cameron, how are you? well done on your recent success and may you have many more. i want to get into government myself,but i dont have the money plus i have chron’s disease which does affect your life a bit!
i would love to give you my opinion and advice, but this page is not the place where i will do that. in the meantime, keep up the good work, look after mr clegg and ignore all the doubters who are trying to put a dampener on your achievements, their just bad losers!!
you have some hard times and some tough decisions ahead of you, but please dont forget people like me, who are, unwell, want to work, have worked in the past and want to break free from the welfare state that holds us back.
you and mr clegg need all the support you can get right now, there will be many who say that you wont succeed, or it will all flop or it will be over by Christmas. ignore them and you keep on going, make Britain great again, please..!
just remember, my dreams are laid out in front of you, be careful where you step, as you are walking on my dreams….of something like that…anyway, you know what i mean..!
till tomorrow…!!!!

dwayne, a true blue…

Comment by Aloma on July 31, 2010 at 4:49 am

Dear David. Well done. Keepn up the hard work. At last thngs are moving in the rifht diretion and the majority of th people of his country feel the same way.
Pray al will go well with the birth of hebaby and best wishes to Sam and the family.
God bless you all.

Comment by Aloma on July 31, 2010 at 4:55 am

Dear David. Well done so far, you and your team are at long last begining to make a difference. Majority of people are supporting you as they can all see you are going in the right direction. Hope and pray all goes well with the bith of the baby. Best wishes to you, Sam and the family. God bless you all.

Comment by John Kelly on July 31, 2010 at 5:13 am

Dear Dave,
Until you start de-Quangoing this country properly ie NICE, English Nature, and English Heritage, I will remain sceptical.

Yours sincerely,

John Kelly

Comment by Dick Barton on July 31, 2010 at 5:40 am

Yes, a great start BUT you should muzzle your energy minister.. Build the nuclear power stations QUICKLY and forget the expensive and 75% useless windfarms.

Comment by Graham Rogers on July 31, 2010 at 5:52 am

Exceptional progress in such a short time. You are delivering on those election promises; I am particularly impressed with the proposed welfare benefit review. Brilliant team who are clearly working extremely hard to get this country out of the mess that Labour led us over 12-13 years. Well done!

Comment by akaldevsinghpanesar on July 31, 2010 at 5:59 am

I am pleased that the good earned vacation has come for the hard working government.
I was in thatcher era and we got the results by cutting right left and centre and won the war 8000 miles away without much help from many our new friends like india.i was in the policy devision and scrapped funds through forgotten episodes one of them was the RUSSIAN GOLD recovered but not shared evenly as in the contract drawn by a private firm russioans and us the bulk was kept by the private company who had the full pressure of a good civil servants like me.

Comment by John Shackleton on July 31, 2010 at 6:02 am

Yes a good start I am 70 years old registered disabled and had half of my health care assistance taken of me presumably to help more illegal immigrants

Comment by mel burnside on July 31, 2010 at 6:08 am

Dear Prime Minister,you and your coalition has made a great and much needed tough start in the first weeks of power.Hopefully over the course of time things will change for the better and every area that needs help or reform will be benefiting from your changes made.I dont envy you being in the job that you are in and the challenges ahead.I hope also that employment gets better as i have been out of work for 13 months and on average put in for 120 jobs a month without success so far,i just have to keep going and keep motivated,difficult sometimes but i have to as i really want to work.Keep up all the good work and thank you for the updated emails.Its good to be kept in the loop! Have a great weekend winner.All the best.

Comment by Barry on July 31, 2010 at 6:08 am

Good job David, for the first time in years I’ve been able to sleep soundly, without fretting over a deranged scotsman throwing taxpayers money about like confetti at a whores wedding

Comment by robert peckham on July 31, 2010 at 6:12 am

Keep up the good work and have the strong resolve that you are already showing do not be distracted by waverers within the Liberal wing of the coilition.Thankyou

Comment by Paul Youden on July 31, 2010 at 6:21 am

Dear Mr. Cameron. This is the start the country needed – and wanted. Obviously there is a long way to go but as well as major issues, there are many smaller ones which affect the daily lives of millions of us but are nevertheless hugely important to the man in the street. IE it is far too time consuming and difficult to get action taken against noisy neighbours via a local council; local councils are still employing far too many people and wasting too much of our Council Tax money; and railways are not doing enough to help pensioners with cheaper trains and better services. I do hope you and your wife have a very enjoyable summer holiday with the family and that you return fully charged for even tougher decisions ahead.
Sincerely, Paul Youden,
Temple Ewell, Dover

Comment by Peter Munns on July 31, 2010 at 6:53 am

Simply well done!

Comment by MargaretTaylor on July 31, 2010 at 6:54 am

Dear David,
Congratulations on the fine work the Coalition are doing. It will take time, but will be worth it in the end.
I hope someone enquire into the Bonuses which Local Councillors receive. I was quite shocked to read that this was happening. The money they use is public money and I believe that councillors are paid far too much as it is. I am a retired Nurse of 75. The Labour government froze my pension last year because of the recession.
Anyway, enough of my moans. Hope you and your family have a good break.
Margaret

Comment by Rita Kotchinsky on July 31, 2010 at 6:55 am

What a breath of fresh air you are David after the boredom and ennui lies and inefficiency of the last government.
To realise what you are achieving or have set in motion to achieve is so motivating.
I wish you and your charming wife Samantha all the best for the future, for I’m sure the old stick in the mud backbenchers will soon fade away into nothingness.
Congratulations, a Prime Minister we all are proud to have leading Great Britain into a bright and prosperous future.

Comment by Frank C. Radley on July 31, 2010 at 6:56 am

An excellent ‘first term’. Listen to what the BBC and The Guardian have to say, but for
goodness sake keep them at arms length.
Good luck, have a pleasant,if not restful.
holiday and keep on running. FCR .

Comment by Campbell MacNab on July 31, 2010 at 7:02 am

A Great start, but only the beginning! What about the OAP? Stop Income tax at 65, Cut Council Tax at 65, reducing every 5 years thereafter, Reduce motoring costs for OAPs. There are a lot of ways the cost of living longer could be reduced by a caring government.

To reduce costs, switch off public lights after 01.00. Allow Bridges and motorway sides to show advertising material to help fund transport and reduce taxes on fuel to kick start just about everything. Also encourage Environmental solutions with lower taxes on electric vehicles and encourage trade ins.

I hope whilst enjoying your vacation, you are collecting fresh ideas from other countries.

Comment by Chris Hayes on July 31, 2010 at 7:04 am

Yes Pm doing a fine job , but I banks still not lending on mortgages , as a small developer , Halifax in particular ,seem very reluctant and very slow at decision making . C Hayes

Comment by Chris Hayes on July 31, 2010 at 7:07 am

Yes PM you are doing fine , but banks lending is still very slow and % loan to value is rising negatively as property market is starting to slide as market moves from scarcity to over supply .

C Hayes

Comment by Jace on July 31, 2010 at 7:14 am

Morning David. Congratulations on your excellent work. I cannot believe how far you have bought us so far. I also cannot believe that labour are still hounding you to spend spend spend, it’s laughable. All I can say is thank-you for being in control of the purse strings – we’d all be in a very bad state if it wasn’t for your austerity measures and I cannot believe how blind to this the opposition are. Well done, and may your good work continue. We are all proud of you and your achievements, whilst understanding there is still a way to go – every conquered mountain starts at the bottom, one step at a time.

Comment by Anthony Grayson on July 31, 2010 at 7:20 am

Fantastic start, Dave. Keep up the momentum and keep listening to your supporters.

Comment by Tatiana Tzarkova on July 31, 2010 at 7:20 am

i am delighted with what the Government and the prime Minister have done till now.
You have my full support.
Have a nice holiday!

Comment by Roger S on July 31, 2010 at 7:24 am

Very impressed with most of initiatives. But still stinging and very disappointed, having cajoled many friends/relatives to vote for a first time because of IHT commitment.

Comment by virrginia bedini on July 31, 2010 at 7:28 am

Congratulations ondoing so much so soon.
However, I can’t help being worried at the rumour of your plans to cut NHS services instead of rooting out the management. If this is the case, what is the reasoning behind the decision? It’s often the feeling that the dead hand of “Sir Humphrey” still has too much influence at ministerial level.

Comment by Jose Firmino T Dos Santos on July 31, 2010 at 7:29 am

Well done Mr Prime Minister, I am very proud of you. you Sincerely. jose

Comment by Tom Baker on July 31, 2010 at 7:36 am

I agree -a good start with a long way to go – lets hope everyone keeps their nerve. Congrutlations so far – good positive leadership

Comment by Lindsay Marjoram on July 31, 2010 at 7:37 am

Yes you are making a good start even though the media as a whole are doing their utmost – along with the opposition who caused the situation in the first place – to bring this Coalition Government down. I for one am watching with great interest the outcome of what [so far] is proving to be an interesting and productive Government. All I ask is that you stay focussed and strong – don’t give way to the wingeing brigade – everyone is going to have to suffer owing to the last 12/13 years of spend .. spend .. spend!

Comment by Philip Poole on July 31, 2010 at 7:42 am

Yes – what we hoped for.

But one major flaw and that is your approach to Trident & the strategic deterrrent. Govt must publish its strategy for defence before the structure can be determined and here there is a lacunae so the cart is before the horse. if you insit on the MoD carrying the acquisition cost of Trident then you must accept they can cut it or seek major savings against it – say at least £10Bn of the upfront £20Bn cost and reconsider how and if the UK requires a strategic deterrent. If you insist it stays then Govt must fund it. A stark choice, but make it to provide a realistic and affordable baseline.

Philip

Comment by Gill on July 31, 2010 at 7:43 am

A long list of strategies but implementation may take a bit longer. Will be interested to see how the NHS reforms are taken forward and how much actual money will be saved!

Comment by barbara on July 31, 2010 at 7:46 am

Congratulations on what you are doing, England will be a better place now your party is in government, and I feel that this coalition government is working very well.I am pleased with Ian Duncan Smith with this welfare benefits shake up.All these people that have been on benefits for years, and then the children of these families go on benefits,The labour government have allowed this to happen, encouraging idle people, and costing the taxpayer billions.I am thankful those Labour idiots are not in power.

Comment by fred hodgson on July 31, 2010 at 7:51 am

our country still needs a strong navy, army & rair force, do not decrease our armed forces in any way, we,ve been caught out to many times in the past, am ex. r.n. and can see it happening again.

Comment by Gayle Olsen on July 31, 2010 at 7:52 am

I am so happy that you are in power. Please keep up the good work and continue to have the confidence to speak your mind. You are in a position to say what people think. I agree wholeheartedly with all the other comments.
Well done, keep pitching..

Comment by Ian Worrall – Surrey Heath on July 31, 2010 at 7:55 am

Excellent start just keep it going. Perhaps some thought should go into arranging public sector pensions on the same basis as we mere mortals. I.e. realistic employee contribution: employer contribution invested into an annuity account with all its ups and downs. No longer the guarentee aligned to final salary. Public sector is no longer under paid so should be treated as the rest of us are.

Comment by Simon Marshland on July 31, 2010 at 7:57 am

Even though our finances are a mess the first duty of government is to protect the country, which means we need Trident despite the cost. Iran and Burma are working hard to build nuclear weapons, India and Pakistan already have them. It would be a bad day if we joined a junior league to North Korea.

Comment by gary on July 31, 2010 at 7:59 am

Dear David,

Thank you for your email, so far you are doing a good job and are in my view very pro active and determined to change direction from the previous Labour led governments objectives that was a disaster for this country. Please remember your election pledges these are very important as is the British publics major concerns about immigration.

I hope to vote for you again some day, please please ditch the spin propaganda machines, stay honest and true to your electorate you could be a great PM.

Kind regards

Gary

Comment by David Gamon on July 31, 2010 at 8:02 am

From the point of view of Parliament and the Civil Service benefits are an enormous administrative/financial problem, but don’t demonise those who live on benefits, which anyway are not enough to support a very modest style of living; those who want to hate benefit-seekers are often, even usually, the well-paid &/or inheritors of capital.
(Thanks for helping me for my hard work and support – it was given to the Liberals, however.)

Comment by John Jochimsen on July 31, 2010 at 8:06 am

Dear David, I agree with most that you are putting through at the start of your time in power. However there is one thing that I feel needs more thought, that of Age Concern. Good idea to say that people can still wok when they are old is good as is the late governments Age Descrimination Act. But to say it applies to all except the Armed Services is wrong. Why should they not have the same chance to carry on after they are 55? My son is a trained helicopter instructer, still with years of service in him but having to retire in two years. Is this fair, I don’t think so. Give our soldiers a chance to stay on if they wish, don’t chuck them out because of their age. Think about it and let them decide.Yours sincerely, John Jochimsen

Comment by Dave Black on July 31, 2010 at 8:08 am

Dave,
What we do need is somekind of audit system to ensure all these changes are producing real benefits. Someone who can put an exact figure on the savings would help immensely. Then you will see if people really go along with what you are doing. Which is essential if the majority are to be persuaded in the event of an early general election.
You know it makes sense!
The Other Dave.

Comment by a lugsdin on July 31, 2010 at 8:08 am

Well done so far, please do not weaken on immigration, stay firm. Please cut the BBC licence fee in half, get them to live in the real world.Keep up the good work. Enjoy your break with your familly They are very importation.

Comment by Wendy Blackwood on July 31, 2010 at 8:09 am

Dear David,
I congratulate you on your terrific progress and that of your coalition Government.At last I feel that someone has taken the Country by the scruff of the neck.I particularly like your recent straight talking in Turkey and India,there will be churlish mutterings from certain malcontents on all sides particularly the rump of the last government,but,frankly,they are a busted flush. Well done, Wendy.

Comment by Keith Feetham on July 31, 2010 at 8:13 am

It’s been a breath of fresh air; a wonderful Spring clean after many years of grime. Don’t give in to siren and wavering voices, keep on going.

Comment by Pete Moring on July 31, 2010 at 8:17 am

It’s great that the Conservatives are at the helm again but what happened to the pre-election promise of coming down hard on Clampers?
Also, if you want to get the building industry back into proper production again (despite the economy) you need to seriously look at all of the absolute ‘nonsense’ health and safety red tape and bureaucracy which is not only driving good tradesmen OUT of the industry, but it also hampers the earning power of ‘all’ who stay and try and earn their daily crust.

Pre-election you said you were going to slash much of the health and safety red tape but nothing has been heard ‘publicly’ yet.

Please don’t fall for the figures pumped up by a labour government that was only interested in creating even more ‘worthless’ jobs in the health and safety departments and businesses.

TORY appears to be the new bye-word for common-sense … So let’s be avin yer, get these two issues sorted – PRONTO!

Pete Moring

Comment by Dave on July 31, 2010 at 8:18 am

Well done, David and the team! Thank goodness for proper government and focus at last!

Comment by robert stone on July 31, 2010 at 8:20 am

Although I am a pensioner and classed as disabled what you are doing is like a breath of fresh air after the last fifteen years of bumbling about by the labour government

Comment by Chris Smith on July 31, 2010 at 8:21 am

Dear David,

Very impressive start but delivered results are what matters.
I’m solid for the Big Society and hope it gains strength, size and momentum like a rolling snowball.

Comment by Raj.Selvadurai on July 31, 2010 at 8:22 am

So far so good……..Please keep it up.

Sincere efforts in India…..Well earned speech…….You could have said something about Srilanka.
We need long lasting peace in that country.
Great Britain has the moral responsibilty for this happened asap.
Hope your government will do more to this and support the UN/EU/USA to achive this goal.
Kind Regards,
Raj

Comment by Grahame Leon-Smith on July 31, 2010 at 8:22 am

The Senior Citizens Network is delighted that the new Coalition Government has made such progress in such a short time, and we wholeheartedly support the idea of The Big Society. We note that Francis Maude, and Minister for Civil Society, Nick Hurd, have written an open letter to the voluntary, community and social enterprise sectors asking them to contribute their ideas to help reduce the deficit, but are very disappointed that the Senior Citizens Network has not received any letter – despite being by far the largest community in the UK with over 20 million Seniors making up 43% of the adult population. We have lots of ideas and want to be involved. Please do not exclude us as the previous Labour Government did. There is no substitute for experience, and Seniors have more experience than anyone else.
Grahame Leon-Smith

Comment by Paul on July 31, 2010 at 8:22 am

It’s a great start but still of the mark. Why don’t we “hit” the one who canrather than the ones that can’t.
Keep VAT at 17.5% but make it 25% on all things bad – I.e cig’s, booze, etc.
People who choose to drink heavily and smoke have to take out insurance for visits to hospital for ailments related to drinking and smoking – why should i pay for those that do when i don’t.
COME ON make the really hard choices

Comment by James Waldron on July 31, 2010 at 8:27 am

The Quattro’s fired up Dave, and you’ve started to get our great country moving again. Keep up the good work fella!

Comment by S R SOOLIA on July 31, 2010 at 8:30 am

Thank you for the excellent progress but please do not forget small businesses, we need your help and please clamp down on ripp off credit card companies with their high interest charges. Thanks to you and your team.
Sincerely
Surendra Soolia

Comment by Brian Chatfield on July 31, 2010 at 8:31 am

A good start but this is a marathon and not a sprint. I’m not sure about your comments on the EU and specific potential new members which will almost certainly be blocked by France and Germany.

Comment by John Watts on July 31, 2010 at 8:32 am

A great start to what is an interesting method of government which suits the present UK situation. The public are supporting you and the press, as usual, are looking for any negatives they can imagin. Make sure that you continue to lead from the front and not use LEAKS to sence public reaction to change.
Sincerely John
Bristol

Comment by Nicholas Colebourn-Morris on July 31, 2010 at 8:35 am

I feel that Britain can really benefit from the present government. However progressive government is about the total team and has no place for misguided loyalties and egos. We, the British people put you there and we demand rule by political sense not the ego’s of the back benches. You have taken the lead Mr Cameron, many thanks.

Comment by Graham Olding on July 31, 2010 at 8:43 am

Congrats so far but please address drug treatment, i spent 5 years earning a degree in substance misuse treatment only to spend my working life being told by the NTA and DATS how to create false outcomes so you the government think they are great, its a nonsense that people with no more training than 2 day drug awareness courses are making life changeing decisions for a very often damaged group of people.Accountants and Beaurocrats are playing at being wannabe clinicians and most people qualified people i work with are becoming so demoralised that they are leaving the field, soon to include myself.

Comment by Iveta Kurpniece on July 31, 2010 at 8:51 am

I wish if you started understand GPs without strong control from, strong Minister of Health and he or she without strong control from Parliament can spend even more than this.
I know the army without strong financial control from War cabinet and Parliament in generally spend twice more or about it.
What you do to sop it?

Comment by Kate O’Beirne on July 31, 2010 at 8:54 am

You seem to do something positive every week, I feel you are doing a super job, I had to retire at 60 and it would have been good to have had the choice, also good to see how well you get on with the Liberals.

Comment by Christine Liles on July 31, 2010 at 9:00 am

Prime Minister, well done at least we now have a strong government, I am pleased the way you and your Deputy, Mr Clegg are working together.
Carry on with your straight talking, and honesty, that is what we have needed for a long time. Best wishes to you, your family and your team.

Comment by Steve Parnell on July 31, 2010 at 9:10 am

Keep the straight talking going! People are impressed! We don’t recognise this level of openess in politics.
Enjoy your holiday,you’ve earnt it.

Comment by jenny wright on July 31, 2010 at 9:18 am

So very pleased with your programme – especially comments on Pakinstan and Gaza. You really are CHANGING our country. Thank you and have a good rest.

Comment by John Andrews on July 31, 2010 at 9:18 am

Great contrast between this Government and the first Blair period of office. Long may it continue.

Comment by gill mclennan on July 31, 2010 at 9:20 am

I’m very pleased with the way that you have begun your new job and to see that the relationship with the Liberals is working so well.

Comment by C.R.Guthrie on July 31, 2010 at 9:21 am

Quite impressive but a load to be done.I think sorting out the bloated parasitic BBC would be brilliant after all they certainly are not the Governments friends.

Comment by Shena Phillipa Halliwell on July 31, 2010 at 9:28 am

Your “bluntness” is actually a refreshingly honest, realistic, down to earth approach, which we all admire! Keep up the good work and we are 100 per cent behind you!

Comment by RexT on July 31, 2010 at 9:31 am

Dear David,
Thank you for your email and it is good to see some positive action being taken. This is in direct comparison to the previous govenments’ attitude to the voters.
Please keep up the good work but also do not lose touch with the voters oif this country
Best wishes
Rex

Comment by donald barker on July 31, 2010 at 9:31 am

Well done David, we now appear to be going in the right direction,
Don barker.

Comment by Peter Britcliffe on July 31, 2010 at 9:34 am

David cameron has made an impressive start.
He has taken to his role like a duck to water and every time I saa him on the news I admire the way he carries his position with dignity and compassion.

Comment by Jimbob on July 31, 2010 at 9:41 am

Talking of bloated Government services, what about the BBC? Theircoverage is soo biased in many news stories ranging from their coverage of Iraq, Isreal and now our new Government. Then you have biased programming too – remember Basil Brush and the Dodgy Dave elections?

Why must I pay £140 a year for their 6 or is it 7 tv channels, 6 national radio stations, a massive news website etc. They are just too big and biased.

Why not change the licence fee to just cover the local radio stations which are a public service as well as BBC1&2 and sell off the other stations or make them subscription only.

If I don’t want to watch Sky I don’t subscribe, yet with the Biased Broadcasting Centre I have no choice!

£140 a year for something I don’t want, don’t watch or don’t like is £140 too much.

Comment by Derek Robinson on July 31, 2010 at 9:43 am

You have my full support, on most things, however when are we going to do some think clear on immigration, your policy was to cap the movment of people coming into this country, due to the drain on the NHS, jobs, money going to people who do not work or have no intention of working, and this is paid for by us tax paying public, it must be costing this country millions, and the cause of most of the racial tension between us peoples. I think you also need to think of the commintment given before the election and what policys are not going to be pushed through because of the libdem’s, I voted for you and your policys as I think they right please don’t back track now as I want you to head the next goverment.

Derek Robinson

Comment by Geoff Murray on July 31, 2010 at 9:47 am

Bit sceptical about some of these “hit the ground running” policies. Particularly Lansley’s NHS plans – very immature, more of a wheeze – pretty sure will make things worse and/or more expensive. Government is difficult. Less bright and breezy and more thought and open discussion.

Comment by Jonathan Neil on July 31, 2010 at 9:50 am

So far I agree with all the policies and actions that
have been proposed.Your comments about Pakistan
were the actions of a very brave statesman who
hopefully will be in charge of the country for a very long time.
P.S.
So chuffed that you regard Jeremy Hunt with such
high regard. He is a good guy and will never let you and your party down.

Comment by Maggie on July 31, 2010 at 9:57 am

So far so good! Stick to it and well done!

Comment by jeanmoorby on July 31, 2010 at 9:59 am

I knew the country was going to the dogs NOW I KNOW your coalition was the answer – years ago I realised we were heading for trouble – Society is what we have made it – opportunists – we are all guilty of greed, lawlessness and head in the sand politics. Best of Luck, I am with you all the way.

Comment by Dr Angharad Davies on July 31, 2010 at 9:59 am

Am so pleased with early brave decisions especially with comments on Pakistan and Gaza. I fully support Health Bill and Academies and want you to hold fast to Benefits and Welfare decisions. It will be tough.

Comment by Kevin Wake on July 31, 2010 at 10:05 am

Good morning David,

Working within the health care sector cuts are on there way – about time. There is still too much waste at ground level. An example 12 PCT employees around a table for 7 hours to discuss what pens sholud be purchased and used, all of them earning £50k+. I would work for NHS purchasing for free, asking for 1% of the savings I delivered. There would be no cuts to frontline services, the only cuts would be in waste and friendship purchasing. David get to ground level and start to make the big savings. I invite you to work with me for a day I will demostrate areas that real saving can be made.

Comment by alexandra gladwin on July 31, 2010 at 10:12 am

Dear Prime Minister and Mr Clegg, well done on what youve achieved so far, im very optamistic on this goverments team effort, keep working together, and we will benifit, stand firm and both of you be resolute in your beliefs, as the people are relying on both of you, to get it right this time. i hope you and your families have a good rest, and come back, to continue the hard work, that is needed to get this country back on its feet! regards Alexandra Gladwin.

Comment by Samantha Walden-Jones on July 31, 2010 at 10:15 am

At last I feel governed by optimistic, educated, focused, competent people with a real purpose. Labour’s miserable dithering handwringing was almost too much to bear at times. They still shout a lot, and are still saying nothing. They liked the power, not the vocation of governing. Your Lib Dem partnership is a good thing, and I feel positive and hopeful now for the future.

My husband, also named David, and, I (Samantha), wish you and your Sam good luck and happiness with you new addition.

My

Comment by Janet Crawley on July 31, 2010 at 10:18 am

Feel confident that our Country is now heading the the right direction after the waste and inefficiency of the Labour years. However, would appreciate something being done for savers.

Comment by Xec Muzavor on July 31, 2010 at 10:19 am

our support is always there. I know u r doing it for the welfare of the country. keep it up.

Comment by Alan Martin on July 31, 2010 at 10:24 am

I’m surprised to find that I actually agree with some of your policies!!! as a Labour supporter! however, I’m really concerned that the most vulnerable in our society, ( disabled folks without any communication support) are still not getting the urgent support that they need. As a “hidden” minority, its scandalous that in this time, many many children and adults are getting little, or no help to communicate. Please, do not lose sight of these people. I am in agreement with reassessment for disability benefits, and weeding out those who are just milking the system, but the money saved by this needs urgently relocating to give the human right to communicate to all those silenced by inaction on the part of government.

Comment by jenny on July 31, 2010 at 10:24 am

fantastic email, many thanks
‘the guy done good’ well done for the start in cleaning up our country and improving the mess that labour got us into,
i myself am from the working class, not at all wealthy by a long shot but even i could see the obvious decline under labour, keep up the good work but remember …do be fair, it takes all to make the world go round.
regards

Comment by Julie Brice on July 31, 2010 at 10:25 am

Dear David,

Congratulations on getting straight on with the job of sorting out the terrible mess left by the last lot. Just a pity you can’t go ahead with abolishing the human rights act and scrapping inheritance tax as promised due to being in a coalition thanks to the biased voting system. It makes me so angry to know that if Labour had received the same number of votes as you, they would have been in Government with a healthy majority. Another thing which makes me angry is we could almost have ended up with a LabLib coalition despite the fact the majority of English voters voted for you. I have heard nothing yet regarding resolving the unfairness to England caused by devolution. I notice all the Scottish Labour MPs had the cheek to vote against the academies bill even though it only applies to English schools. I am a Tory activist but am also passionate about England being given the same status and rights as Scotland, i.e. it’s own identity and it’s own representation.

Comment by Phillip Rowe on July 31, 2010 at 10:29 am

So far so good, I know there are goin to be hard cuts and decisions to make. Try and help the working man keep more of his money

Comment by Wren on July 31, 2010 at 10:52 am

Very well done so far.
But Why do the government appear to be giving more encouragement to wind power than nuclear which must be the only basically carbon free 24/7 source of power. Of the smaller sources even tidal must be prefered. Apart from time scales surely we are not being dictated to by Brussels again.

Comment by Terry Collier on July 31, 2010 at 10:58 am

Dear David

Finally, we have a Prime Minister that this country and the world can be proud of. The decisions you have made, and will make over the coming months, will benefit us all, of that I am sure.

…And how refreshing to finally see honesty and integrity in a government and not lies, lies and loads of spin.

I also feel that you need to get the conservative message out more and not rely on the good old BBC and the left wing press to shower us with every shadow minister and labour peer condeming what you are doing. Don’t they realise after 13 years this country was being strangled and we were crippled beyond repair.

Keep up the good work David and enjoy your brief summer recess.

Here’s to the future…..

Comment by Terry J on July 31, 2010 at 11:03 am

So far so good, but I feel you are taking your mind of some important issues.
There should not be any mavericks in the party, we need a party that goes forward as a unit, by this I refer to the Spellman Burka issue and the home office minister and the prison parties. Both of which have been slapped down but should not have happened. If ministers cannot toe the party line, show them the door.
I would like to see you take issue with British Gas and any other utility that make outragious profits due to excessive pricing.
Start to think of the people who put you into government.

Comment by Bernard Lax on July 31, 2010 at 11:06 am

David, Well done on your progress so far. At last we have a goverment that is willing to admit we are in a mess. You have started very well and getting on with the job, and not hiding our massive world debits .Great start, most of the country is behind you.

Comment by Richard Avon on July 31, 2010 at 11:10 am

I ma delightwed with your progress so far but I nwas dismayed to read yesterday that some Legal Brain has overturned the Government’s efforts to remove employer’s rights to enforce retirement at age 65.
For many this is FAR too young these days. So WHO MIs running the country?

Comment by Thomas Hooper on July 31, 2010 at 11:14 am

Keep up the good work so far. We are still awaiting for the banks to be brought properly under control. They are still getting away with high bonuses etc, and not lendin g small businesses money. When is this going to change. Also it seems to be taking too long for the MPS to be brought to justice for there wrong doing on expenses which it seems they are going to get away with. Too many words not enough action on these issues.

Comment by betty fairweather on July 31, 2010 at 11:24 am

Thank you. Keep up the good work !!

Comment by Poppy on July 31, 2010 at 11:27 am

Great job….please keep it up

Comment by david bennet on July 31, 2010 at 11:31 am

I am so pleased with the positive and dynamic approach of this Gov’t. Not afraid to do the right, rather than the popular thing. A determined and resolute stance, much overdue after the crass and ineffectual mismanagement of the previous 13 sordid years. Well done and keep it up.

Comment by david bennet on July 31, 2010 at 11:32 am

I, too, believe that David Cameron and the coalition Gov’t have done really well so far and have shown real commitment to put right the consequences of Labour’s 13 years of criminal mismanagement. Keep it up and do not waiver from doing the right, if not necessarily popular, things.

Comment by David on July 31, 2010 at 11:32 am

When will we start seeing some returns from the two banks that we partially own, if they are in profit? then why dont we sell their shares and get more money back?

Comment by John on July 31, 2010 at 11:57 am

You’ve hit the ground running – yes in the wrong direction. As usual British politicians dont’t give a damn what the British people want. Stop wasteing money by pouring it down the sewer of African corruption. Stop wasteing money by paying the EU. Stop wasteing money by allowing continued immigration. Put the Act of Supremecy and defence of the realm first.

Comment by Jacki Pearson on July 31, 2010 at 11:58 am

Until the recent election I had not previously voted Conservative. On this occasion, rather than “throwing away” my vote to the Lib Dems and desperate not to have another Labour Government, I decided to vote Tory. Since then I find myself 90+% in agreement with all that you are endeavouring to do to put this country back on track both financially and morally. And, from my perspective, I have the best of both worlds with the Tory/LibDem coalition. Keep up the good work and put the Great back into Britain.

Comment by Gerard Harris on July 31, 2010 at 12:03 pm

A great start, but as previuosly said above, we must be telling the country what you are doing, the negative attitude of the BBC has got to be sorted out. We are seeing more and more of the shadow cabinet being interviewed. The BBC is no longer the Labour Parties State Broadcaster and it is about time someone told them.
As for defence, I think there must be a rethink on where the money for trident is coming from, the MOD is under funded as it is.

Comment by Lorna Smith on July 31, 2010 at 12:16 pm

You are certainly a new broom … I also like the proactive ways of some new MPs, my namesake (Julian, Skipton MP)made an interesting train journey yesterday!

Comment by Kevin Roberts on July 31, 2010 at 12:17 pm

Well done in your first couple of months

Getting rid of the nine regions will save billions

A more pressing matter are the councils, and how they treat the people that pay them
I call them mini sovieit unions, they dictate, we pay them, something wrong there

My point, i beleve it should be the right of every citizen to have the main rubbish taken away weekly, it should be made law, if the council does not do that then there customer can seek compenstion from that council

Weekly collections should be a human right

In Gloucester we have fortnighty collections now, we have maggots in our wheelie bins, we see more rats everywhere with foul smells, is this what we for ?

After all we as the people paying them, should have some say

Or are the councils really mini soviet unions

Comment by Phil on July 31, 2010 at 12:18 pm

Not a bad start I admit, but a lot still to do, sort out more Quangos, reform the NHS, it is a sacred cow and ask anyone who has elderly relatives about NHS care, I doubt the you will get many good responses. Why is Bercow still speaker and MPs still enjoy their gold plated pensions and perks – I thought we were all in this together? Let HMRC and customs loose on MPs exepenses, just as they are let loose on the rest of us. Scrap IR35, and support UK workers, dont import more from India.

Comment by petr hurt on July 31, 2010 at 12:26 pm

Dear Mr Cameron

Please fulfil the bill of rights as you are supposed to and all your worries will be the thing of the past.

Thank you

Mr Petr Hurt

Comment by Teresa Simmons on July 31, 2010 at 12:31 pm

Dear David

I am so pleased and excited by everything that you and your government are doing. But I would ask you to be careful when making cuts in the Civil Service. Please ask those at the bottom for ideas because if you just ask the top the bottom will get cut.

Happy hols!

Comment by Philip Staines on July 31, 2010 at 12:39 pm

I like the fact you are standing up for Britain. There is still a great deal of youth violence that needs to be tackled… these gangs beat up girls and that is a fact.. deplorable and their parents allow it. Bring on welfare reform and tax the banks because they are only helping themselves.

Comment by Gwen Copplestone on July 31, 2010 at 12:53 pm

I agree with Patricia Moore (30/7) that the welfare of the country should take precedence over individual party ideology. To those who consider the coalition to be a betrayal of their respective party policies, I would say, welcome to the real world where people have to compromise in a civilised manner every day. We have to be grown up about this. To paraphrase Clinton: “It’s the country, stupid”. David Camerson is an able, honourable and hard-working Prime Minister and Nick Clegg an intelligent and hard-headed deputy. We’ve had enough of single-party government (I’m very glad, however, that Labour isn’t in this coalition!). My only suggestion? Festina lente – hurry slowly.

Comment by Pam Davis on July 31, 2010 at 12:56 pm

What a start! Well done to all concerned and have a good summer. Any chance of getting Jeremy Kyle on board to share his experiences and advice.

Comment by Sue Gray on July 31, 2010 at 1:00 pm

Dear Prime Minister,
Excellent start! What a relief to have someone we can feel proud of. Spot on with your comments on Gaza and Pakistan – straight talk is what is required. Approach to Europe also pitch perfect. Happy with Nick and the Coalition. George has been brilliant but have really missed David Laws and hope things work out for him. IDS, Willetts, May,Hunt all good. Gen Sir David Richards as CDS – great decision. Less happy with Education and feel it’s been mishandled. Am a Chair of Governors and we’re not opting to be an academy at this time – lack of clarity on funding SEN, VAT. Above all academies should be piloted not big-banged. Clearly Gove has never had experience of implementing major change in business. Piloting and trials are very important as is full consultation with all stakeholders every step of the way. It’s not too late. There are plenty of top UK companies who could assist Gove get this right.

Have an enjoyable family holiday

Comment by elaine steed on July 31, 2010 at 1:25 pm

Please get the FSA jack boots off the banks necks or we the economy will not recover
The banks will lend sensibly, but have their hands tied behind their back with FSA red tape Putting two more layers of burearacy will kill the fragile housing market stone dead

Comment by Keith Mayhew on July 31, 2010 at 1:25 pm

Great stuff, keep your foot on the gas.

Comment by Annette on July 31, 2010 at 1:35 pm

Thank you Prime Minister. We are delighted with the progress you and the coalition have made. We support you in all you do and have loved your recent visits to the USA, and India. You were fantastic. Have a lovely break with your family and trust Samantha keeps well as you look forward to the new birth. Thankyou

Comment by T Daughtry on July 31, 2010 at 1:41 pm

I am glad that Labour did not get in, also I agree we have to cut back to retrive the money loss and to be great again and money like we had with Mrs Thatcher. What I am fearful of is where are all the jobs coming from. As of 2 July I was made redundant, I know early days, but if you think at that time quite a few others were/are in same situation, there could or will be more. Any administration jobs in Reading please let me know. Thanks

Comment by Kathleen on July 31, 2010 at 1:42 pm

Well done, David. You are on the right track.

There is obvioualy going to be an increase in the number of unemployed. Why not ask them to do something in return for their benefit. There are loads of community projects that they could be invoived in (perhaps for an increased amount of benefit). I have always wondered why people are paid to do nothing. Just look around some of our inner cities and towns and see the derelect land, graffitti, untended gardens etc. Asking people to work for their benefit (even for a few hours a week) would maintain the work ethic of those recently unemployed and give a kick up the derriere to those workshy who could work but won’t.

On another matte3r, I have heard on numerous occasions, minsters etc saying how important education is to those in prison. At present, a prisoner can choose whether he wishes to attend education classes – most don’t. Why not make it compulsory as part of their sentence? Prisons are full of people who cannot read or write, and will have little chance of employment when the job situation improves.

Comment by derek hancox on July 31, 2010 at 1:43 pm

The continued progress on the reduction in costly bureaucracy is good news but it is all going to get thrown away on the building of costly and inefficient onshore wind turbines.The energy minister must do his homework on the true facts surrounding this cash soakaway if we are to survive this deficit crisis and keep the lights on!!!

Comment by jim lawler on July 31, 2010 at 1:55 pm

good on you prime minister
if only you would please 10million smokers by making some changes to the ill thought out blanket smoking ban

Comment by Joe Perriman on July 31, 2010 at 1:55 pm

Frankly, I am of the firm belief that only you could have made this coalition work the way it has and that it would never have happened in the first place without your reasonable attitude. “Cometh the hour, cometh the man” or some such expression! I never voted Tory at national elections until you took over the leadership. Well done on the recent comments regarding Pakistan as well. That took a lot of courage and shows that you are the man of principle I always thought you to be. It is early days yet but I sincerely believe that you will go down in history as one of the best PM’s we have ever had. Please stick to your guns!
Regards, Joe.

Comment by irene on July 31, 2010 at 1:56 pm

You talk about youth unemployment, my grandson has now got a job, starting Monday, however he will not get any wages till the end of August. He has asked if there is any help for him during this first month, guess what? the answer is NO. So is he supposed to starve for 4 weeks, what an incentive this is to find work, little wonder people are afraid to come off the dole when they are given no help to survive till they recieve a wage. Help these people like him, who is trying so hard to help himself

Comment by Sheila Kitson on July 31, 2010 at 2:02 pm

Good afternoon Prime Minister
Thank you for the emails – I love reading them I am very pleased with the start you have made, but I also am sick and tired of listening to what shadow ministers have to say, especially on BBC news – let’s get more of you on the news! Two things I am very unhappy about is that whilst people in this country are going to suffer out of absolute necessity, then why are we still funding international aid – people all around me feel that until we are back on our feet this should be stopped immediately – old people’s homes closing, defence budget being cut, prisoners being set free etc etc but yet we are giving money to people who have never contributed to this country in any way – it’s just not fair! We are taking our medicine as we know there is no alternative but this subject is really upsetting people. Secondly prime minister, please don’t allow yourself to be bullied into going back on your word as far as immigration is concerned – people in this country are just plain sick of it and don’t want it any more – I read that Vince Cable is going to get a rebel group to go up against your plan to cap immigration – put your foot down very hard on this – please!

Have a wonderful holiday and all keep safe. God Bless. We are all very proud of you – how wonderful to watch and listen to someone who is intelligent and not the blundering idiot that we’ve had to put up with for the past few years.

Comment by Tim Hunter on July 31, 2010 at 2:03 pm

I think the coalition is doing a great job. Please keep up the good work.

It’s good to see Lib Dems (who I never liked much before) and Conservatives working together to sort out the mess Labour have left us in.

Comment by Jan Woning on July 31, 2010 at 2:03 pm

Dear David: Yes, off to an excellent start indeed. To our delight Eric Pickles halted formation of unitary authorities in Norfolk and Norwich. I was impressed with your handling of the release of the Saville Inquiry.

Yet, obviously numerous issues still need to be addressed, of which I take the liberty to highlight the following:

ASBOs. As a past target of antisocial behaviour and CPS witness in a case where it had led to assault of a Police Officer, I feel that there is merit in banning orders. To increase effectiveness and avoid criminalization, ASBO breaches should be followed up with tough civil sanctions. I’m thinking of temporary suspension of benefits and mandatory compensation payments to victims.

Police: I feel that our excellent Police should be spared as drastic cuts would inevitably lead to fewer officers on the beat and fewer detectives solving crime.

The same applies to prisons. We need to ensure that there are enough prison places to house convicts under the current sentencing regime. Just sentencing fewer criminals to jail because the prisons are full would increase crime and compensation payments to victims.

Comment by Charles Russell on July 31, 2010 at 2:04 pm

Dear David, Although I am a life long conservative supporter and do not accept the coalition that the nation has forced us to agree too until the next General Election. I am disappointed that no move has been made to repeal the hated HUMAN RIGHTS ACT one of the commitments spoken about when you were campaining to be elected. Please let us see some action on this subject very soon. You have been speaking out without fear in India. Have no fear from those pratts who control the European union and will attack you about the abolishion of the HUMAN RIGHTS ACT in this country. As you tell us on a regular basis this is a Great Country, let us show those jumped up Europeans that we are still Great Britain. On another matter the last labour outfit had a buffoon in the name of John Prescott who is the butt of everybodies jokes and a laughing stock. We also have a laughing stock in the coalition Goverment namely Eric Pickles, nobody believes what he has to say and he is quickly becoming the laughing stock of the current Coalition Administration. Dont say you havnt been warned. Have a well earned holiday and come back soon to make me feel proud to be a Great Briton once again.

Comment by Ron Jones on July 31, 2010 at 2:11 pm

I think David and Nick have simply done what is neccessary. Medicine that does you good always tastes bad on the first dose.
I just hope they do not lose sight of those genuine people on benefit and particularly those disabled with Mental Illness. The whole mental health care needs radical reform. We have gone from mental hospitals to “mad houses” where everyone is controlled with drugs to make it easier for understaffed wards. I have first hand experienec of how bad the system is through a family member.

Comment by William Esslemont on July 31, 2010 at 2:11 pm

Thank you for speaking so frankly in Turkey and India – you said the things that needed to be said about the disgraceful and inhuman treatment of the civilian population of Gaza by the Israelis and the failure of government in Pakistan to stop the export of terrorism.

Comment by Michael Mann on July 31, 2010 at 2:13 pm

Excellent so far.Removing attempts at control of legally established voluntary crime reduction organisations by the late,unlamented Home Office and its ACPO partners will have a salutary effect nationwide in the campaign against Big Government.

Comment by paul knight on July 31, 2010 at 2:14 pm

as a postman of over 30 years,could you scrap saturday deliverys.we would like to work a normal 5 day week,mon to fri.a vast amount of money would be saved,and you would have a very happy workforce! also scrap the silly idea of replacing bikes with vans.as usual,spending millions to save thousands.not very eco friendly!

Comment by A Bemment on July 31, 2010 at 2:15 pm

You have done many things although I still worry about the coalition and also there are still many things that need doing including getting rid of the unnecessary management headcount in the NHS. Also the idea that Trient, which is a policitcal not military issue, should be paid for by the MOD is unthinkable – think again on this one. We want strong conventional defense forces with strong manpower and modern equipment to defend this coumntry and not to fight everyone elses wars.

Comment by Steve Cooke on July 31, 2010 at 2:25 pm

Thanks for your blog, I must admit, you have not done a bad job so far, probably not everyone`s favourite P.M., but at least you gave a warning to people about what you were going to do, just one query, are you going to apologise to the British Public on your `slip of Word`s` over ww2 ? I think an apology would be apprcieated from all.

Comment by Tom Smiles on July 31, 2010 at 2:33 pm

If the highly inflated Council Tax was abolished and the much fairer Rates system brought back ‘ millions of currently unemployed would be more willing to take jobs offering the basic rate of pay if the burden of The Council Tax was removed

Comment by msr w wainwright on July 31, 2010 at 2:44 pm

Well done so far, l do think we should stop sending money abroad to dependents we dont know exist. Also our Judges keep getting overuled by the European courts. Well done to Minister T May she is doing a grand job. Regards Wendy

Comment by Tom Mirfield on July 31, 2010 at 3:00 pm

Why doesnt D.C. and his ministers get to grips with the likes of Ian Huntley and his fellow lags claiming millions of £££ of tax-payers mone – because the prison hasnt looked after them properly??//??

Comment by Terry Freeman on July 31, 2010 at 3:05 pm

Well done Prime Minister, keep it up and you will always have my support, please don’t let me down.
Regards to you and your fellow cabinet ministers and families

Comment by cllr mike cosgrove on July 31, 2010 at 3:33 pm

a good first 100 days, yet implematation and embedding remains the key to sucess and cultural change..
there is still somewhat of a top down overhang in some ministerial anouncements, and there remains a danger that the cost of change e.g £1.7bn for NHS is very expensive.
Apart from health, education and DWP are the big prizes.
good luck for the next phase

Comment by Nigel Walker on July 31, 2010 at 3:35 pm

Hesitant at first but I’m glad I voted for you Mr. Cameron. I admire your straight -talking ( GAZA and PAKISTAN ) . It’s what I wanted after the ‘ all things to all men ‘ mealy -mouthed logic-defying rhetoric of Labour and it’s powerful special interest groups. If others find openness offensive then they are obviously part of the problem. Have a good holiday !

Comment by dean sparkes on July 31, 2010 at 3:48 pm

Thanks for the email but, you should also look at “disability living alowance”! many many people should NOT get that benefit because they just use the £200odd to buy booze & drugs & get thier mates round & have a party on the tax payers HARD EARNED wages!

Comment by G Farley on July 31, 2010 at 4:06 pm

I am full of admiration for you for working so hard on our behalf but you can spend weeks, months getting people on your side and then five minutes on TV by one of your MP’s and all goodwill goes out the window
Mrs Spelman comes to mind when she was interviewed on Sky about banning the burka
Its not about what she wants but what the majority wants and the security of our country
Its an issue that should be discussed by Parliament and Ministers should not be talking down to us as if only their opinion counts We have had enough of this from Labour
I received a letter from Mrs Spelman and its all I, I ,I, and what she wants
Now I feel better for getting that off my chest
Good Luck with the Road Show

Comment by Kay Alexander on July 31, 2010 at 4:24 pm

Dear Prime Minister

I am SO Proud of what the Coalition is achieving and it is such a huge relief to see common sense coming back into this Country. You have a long road to put right everything that Labour did to make this country unrecognisable – I hope the electorate give you enough time. Keep up the strong, no nonesense, honest approach – it is so refreshing.

Comment by Bryan Trinder on July 31, 2010 at 4:49 pm

Good start,some problems still, such as wind turbines they are pretty useless for an answer to generating electricity in Quantity go for nuclear.cut our oveseas aid as most is wasted.

Comment by Colin Lathrope on July 31, 2010 at 4:53 pm

Hi I am sure that we are all pleased with the change of government. However, I am disturbed to note, in today’s Daily Mail, that billions of pounds are still being thrown away, wasted by government, local government, the BBC and NHS, despite promises. I have mentioned weeks ago the waste and misdirected funds in the NHS, which I think is criminal. As Miss Platell highlights, how can anyone with any common sense spend money in the NHealthS on cosmetic surgery, and deny life-saving drugs or surgery to others. Beauty treatments are not essential, life saving treatments are. I have not paid my NI Contributions over 50 years to pamper to people vanity, I contributed to help save lives. Change things now please!

Comment by Barry Cooper on July 31, 2010 at 5:17 pm

We know it’s going to be difficult but you have to do it. Only thing is, as you promised, please, WHEN are you going to raise our pensions so we can LIVE rather than exist. Hope it’s before we depart this mortal coil. We’ve lived through austerity before, thought it might be different when we were retired. Still, keep up the good work. Have a good break and we hope all is going well with your new family addition-to-be.

Comment by berlin on July 31, 2010 at 5:27 pm

Mr Cameron have a lovely break too. You and your team are doing a fantastic job.

Comment by Margaret Fisher on July 31, 2010 at 5:50 pm

Well done David, you are not waisting time getting things done. Keep up the good work.

Comment by Nasrim on July 31, 2010 at 5:57 pm

Thank you Dear Prime Minister I am so proud of you.

Comment by G Cozens on July 31, 2010 at 6:13 pm

Just read the latest email and yes a wonderful start – which I’m sure will be maintained and will be ‘Great for Britain’ both home and abroad. It’s been imperative that we restore the country’s standards and balance the books. Just want to mention though that I would like to see proper justice for the family of Ian Tomlinson. I believe that it is highly important that regardless of the culmination of mistakes in the investigation by various people in positions of authority, the policeman must be held responsible – we all saw the video and if the situation was reversed the CPS would be prosecuting – it really is very wrong. Oh and while you guys are busy make sure someone keeps an eye on the BBC – the wounded animal seems more dangerous than ever!

Comment by Margaret Bradley on July 31, 2010 at 6:20 pm

Still feeling really confident. Well done. Don’t take any nonsense from Obama.

Comment by Wendie Johns on July 31, 2010 at 6:21 pm

Honesty is always the best policy and that is what you have offered the British people and long may you continue to do so.

Comment by Mark Williams on July 31, 2010 at 6:21 pm

Thanks for the message Dave. I hope you and your family have a great summer. I will, in the safe knowledge that this Country is finally being righted from the wrongs of the last 13yrs.

Comment by Lyn French on July 31, 2010 at 6:35 pm

I applaud the start in most of the areas. Well done. However I feel very concerned about the GP based foundation for the NHS. Where will the accountability be, as with the PCTs. Be warned that not all GP’s are reliable or warrant the ‘God’ like role they have been afforded, as shown by the criminal cases and the GMC hearings. The GMC rarely fulfills their roll as watchdogs and a disciplinary team. Know that many patients are at risk daily with the lack of acceptable checks and balances at the moment. Immigrant unqualified Doctors. Not enough reliable checks are made. There is an increasing reliance on immigrants. The lack of English, and knowledge of standards and culture is relevant, particularly in poorer areas. Malpractice is often swept under the carpet, to protect the hospital staff concerned. In addition the poor facilities and long journeys for the very sick and elderly to attend appointments is ad hoc and expensive. The majority of NHS do an amazing job but a small proportion do not care. Some act in a criminal manner and get a slap on the wrist from the GMC since bad practice is difficult to prove with closed ranks.a tentative discipline and negligent monitoring. I do not trust all the GPs to carry out full responsibility for commisioning and running hospitals nowadays. There is too much money involved and so little training. Standards are at an all time low despite the fact that we spend a fortune on training our native Doctors and Nurses. Midwifrey is in dire straits with lack of qualified staff and many children and mothers are at risk because of the poor attitude of Consultants and the NHS neglect. Mental Health is ignored, as ever with many disturbed patients confined in the criminal system prisons instead of competant specialist care homes or hospitals. I could go on for months but make someone accountable with sensible monitoring and effective discipline for those that breach their duty of care.

Comment by Alan Lewin on July 31, 2010 at 6:50 pm

I am pleased to identify with so much praise and support being shown in the correspondence following your letter – but do I detect the early signs of political censorship we have faced under the previous administration? I cannot believe that I am the first to refer to your remarks about Pakistan and Israel which regretfully reflect a distorted view and knowledge of events. I have too great a respect for your reputation for honesty and can only believe that your comments must have been as a result of being badly briefed by those intent on pursuing their own personal antipathy.

Alan Lewin

Comment by tim on July 31, 2010 at 6:52 pm

David,
Stop all prisoners from being able to sue the Prison Service. Even unsuccessful claims cost us the tax payer money through free legal aid.
STOP THE MADNESS NOW!!

Comment by Tony Goadby on July 31, 2010 at 6:54 pm

You and your coalition government have made a wonderful start, Prime Minister, and I have every faith that you will keep up the momentum; but please, please, do not copy Tony Blair! One of the first things he said after the 1997 election was ‘we hit the ground running’. Like most of his sayings, that is a sickening memory for me and I guess for many others, so what on earth were you thinking of in using it again and reminding us of those disastrous years?

Comment by Dr.Arun Perikala on July 31, 2010 at 7:04 pm

Dear David, I am thankful for your impartial remarks regarding cross terrorism activities cultivated by Pakistan all these years against India. You are the first person in the capacity of Prime Minsiter to raise voice against this issue from western world.

Comment by Robert Hewitt on July 31, 2010 at 7:25 pm

well done good start keep it up and tell it as it is! all the best

Comment by Robert Young on July 31, 2010 at 7:26 pm

Hello David.
Thank you for the work you, Mr Clegg and the coalition government has done so far. Enjoy your summer and keep up the good work. Keep talking the head off Harriet Harman

Comment by andrea on July 31, 2010 at 7:28 pm

Dear David,
Congratulations on a brilliant start. You clearly have your finger on the pulse and your foot on the pedal. Keep it up, but only after a well deserved summer break. Relax and enjoy.

Comment by Phil Juncker on July 31, 2010 at 7:55 pm

I agree that we are in a mess, it is going well to resolve the labour mess, copied from above (thanks):”especially comments on Pakinstan and Gaza”. i hope the poor are protected, those that really need to be and that the middle can have incentivs also and not have to be a forefeit.

Comment by ivan stevens on July 31, 2010 at 8:08 pm

Keep the excellent work up David, your leadership shows through your actions – onward and upwards through the valley of the shadow of socialist death – we take a look at our lives and conservatise what weve got left !

Comment by Jane on July 31, 2010 at 8:23 pm

Dear Prime Minister. What a great start to getting the Great back in Britain.

Please review the PSCO position. They are not supporting the police as they do not have any powers and the ‘villians’ know this, they also cost alot of money. Please either re-instate the special officers or create a Police Reserve. Please do not let the ‘baddies’ win, like the Labour party set out to do. I know I am not alone in these views

Comment by ashley goodall on July 31, 2010 at 8:32 pm

just to say how pleased I am with the Cameron government- and what a masterstroke extending the hand to the coalition- it actually adds than subtracts- and creates more radical/ unexpected and innovative government- you have my full support, bravo.
take a break and carry on !

Comment by Guy on July 31, 2010 at 9:38 pm

good effort. It’s a pity that there is so much to do, especially in reform of the civil service and Local government to remove waste and empower the few good but disheartened public servants left, due to the poor record of your predecessors. Good luck – we are all counting on you. I hope one day public service will once again be that. As a businessman it saddens me that so much of how the Govt interacts with business has a negative effect. You are saving us from national and societal collapse and we will all be thankful despite the pain of the process

Comment by Rita Irish on July 31, 2010 at 9:52 pm

Thanks for working so hard for all of us David, you are an inspiration and our only hope of getting and keeping the country on any sensible course of direction. You also make me feel that I am still part of a British nation with an identity. Long may you stay in power.

Comment by Pauline Williams on July 31, 2010 at 9:54 pm

So far it’s like a breath of fresh air! Please continue setting out the new values and leading opinion as you have done with raising awareness of the contribution made by the Services.In this way we can change the role models back to real people and achievements.
One thing that needs to be addressed is the cavalier behaviour of the banks. There are many previously hardworking and successful people who in trying to keep their head above water in this recession have eroded their resources and are being exploited by huge and punitive bank charges causing their financial situation to snowball.This is a scandal and the service at many banks is at an alltime low as they endeavour to recoup their losses at our expense.Although there is a moral code for banks not to exploit people suffering financial hardship,this should be enforceable and is a vital step in helping people survive these straitened times!
Keep up the strong leadership and energetic pace, it is impressive and so very welcome!

Comment by Maurice Jones on July 31, 2010 at 9:58 pm

Well done David.
The coalition is working unlike the last Government led by Tony somebody and Gordon someone. Don’t they seem a long way back now – a nightmare!

Thought your remarks about Pakistan were very timely and needed to be highlighted by Governments. Whilst the press and some others (Imran Khan) might not like to hear a few home truths we have to keep the pressure on these nations which seem to breed terrorism, albeit a minority.

After all you have done this year so far, I hope you can enjoy a well earned break with your lovely family.

Best wishes

Maurice

Comment by Kenneth T Webb on July 31, 2010 at 10:25 pm

Sir,
It is indeed good cause to reflect upon the Government’s success thus far. From the first sitting of the National Security Council and then the First Cabinet, there has been a sense of responsibility and respectability returning to the great offices of State and which will, with your guidance and leadership, permeate all the way through all levels of society. The simple instruction to switch off mobiles and blackberries when Cabinet is in session has enabled thousands of employers and managers to apply the same principle; ‘if it is good enough for the Prime Minister it is good enough for this firm too!’
Moving away from sofa government and first name terms in the manner in which we have become accustomed over the last 13 years, means that we are repointing the mortar; the cement in the bricks is the fabric of society and there is a sense of purpose again, a sense of pride too in government and our institutions.
Thank you Sir for giving us the leadership we have enjoyed to date.
Thank you also for the very bold and decisive move in establishing again what is a very special relationship with India.
Very best wishes to you Prime Minister and to Mrs Cameron and your family and of course your team.

Comment by Margaret Peacock on August 1, 2010 at 1:00 am

Keep going as you are—-so far so good !
Hope you and your family have a lovely holiday !

Comment by Martin Dew on August 1, 2010 at 6:32 am

Well done, Prime Minister! Please continue to set an example to the USA where I suspect there are some ne’er-do-wells in the Obama administration. You head one of the few governments in the world now that openly supports personal liberty, individual responsibility and a scaling back of bureaucracy. Long may it continue.

Comment by Michael Redwood on August 1, 2010 at 8:22 am

You have made the coalition concept work for the country in a way we could not have envisaged. Many congratulations. The simple, straightforward talking – including re Pakistan and Gaza – is allowing honest interpretation and discussion on important issues. Do not deviate from this approach.

Comment by Dee Speers on August 1, 2010 at 8:47 am

Have a great summer Mr Cameron, come back with renewed vigour to fight on the most important issues. Just one thing that perplexs me….why when in Opposition, didn’t Conservatives and Lib Dems act on the evidence of system failure within the NHS which was clearly identified for them?
Will the Coaition now tackle the untenable NHS complaints process please?

Comment by Dee Speers on August 1, 2010 at 8:55 am

When will the agreed public inquiry into Mid-Staffordshire FT hospital failures be commenced?

Comment by George Brooks on August 1, 2010 at 9:04 am

Congratulations David, what a brilliant start. Enjoy your break you deserve it.

Comment by Susan Payne on August 1, 2010 at 9:13 am

I think you are doing a marvellous job. We know there are hard times ahead due to the distastrous legacy we were left. The great thing is that you keep your party members informed of whats going on and I appreciate that, grestly

Comment by Mike Packer on August 1, 2010 at 9:15 am

You have shown great leadership during your recent trip aboard and said what others were/are afriad of saying. However, please do not forget that Tory voters supported you to repeal the human rights act and stop/reduce immigration conciderably – we cannot afford for the high numbers to continue. British people are cutting back but immigrants are responsible for 25% on new child born. Stop benefits to them until qualified and definitely to ALL families stop child benefits after the first two children.

Comment by Colin Johnson on August 1, 2010 at 9:30 am

I think more than just a good start, However I think it woud be wise to caution against Cutting for cuts sake and trying to out do collegues in the amount of savings to be made

Comment by Graham Bruce on August 1, 2010 at 9:36 am

Yes a great start…..keep it up.
Not all of what you have announced is perfect of course…..particularly when it comes to NHS reforms. I believe these to be ill conceived in that they fail to address the basic problems of the NHS, do not have sign up from its clinicians and will, I fear result in greater bureaucracy and a greatly reduced service.

Comment by Mark on August 1, 2010 at 10:14 am

Wel done. the coalition as worked better than expected but you are still letting the EU ride roughshod over the UK and parliament.
Parliament has soveriegnty over any foreign laws, it is written in our constitution and this means that no foreign law is allowed to be law in this land. Any government that allows this is committing treason, as written in our constitution.
So Mr Cameron, when are you going to act on the soveriegnty that parliament has and allow the UK to be governed by Westminster and not the EU.

Comment by Stuart on August 1, 2010 at 10:16 am

I have never felt so excited for the future of politics for many years. This is a major change for this country and The Conservative Party. We have to accecpt change and ditch some of the old right wing ways. Whilst hitting the road running you might keep an eye over your shoulder, especially at the BBC who seem hellbent in trying to pull apart the present coalition arrangments.

Comment by John Blacker on August 1, 2010 at 10:26 am

Dear Prime Minister,
Good start but now how about getting someone at HMRC to answer the darn phone.
Out of the dozens of attempts made to contact them over the past 2 months the phone was answered once after a 20 minute wait. The very helpful lady that answered gave me great hope only to receive a letter a week later which was totally wrong and irrelevant. Now three weeks later I still cannot get through on the phone. Please you try 0845 300 3900 and see for yourself. This service is uterly apalling.

Comment by John Houghton on August 1, 2010 at 10:28 am

Prime Minister, our sincere thanks for keeping us personally informed, and for continuing to make the tough but right decisions for all our futures in these difficult times.
We hope you and your family can have a peaceful and well deserved summer holiday.

Comment by Maxine Rose on August 1, 2010 at 10:29 am

Hurrah, David is a man of his word, said it would be tough but he would be honest and keep us informed, doing a great job, hard decisions to make but with a man of your integrity and openess we are all behind you. Let us get a sense of hard work and rewards for it, back into the nation, and make it one we are proud of again. Appreciate the e-mail updates, it makes one feel part of the bigger picture. Best wishes to you, and your fine family.

Comment by Carol H Scott on August 1, 2010 at 10:37 am

You have hit the ground running and in most cases doing a brilliant job, but as a previous correspodnent says we are not getting our policies across stgrongly enough on the airwaves. Labour MPs and shadow ministers get the lions share on the Labour biased BBC.

I am particularly concered about the scrapping of the default retirement age – this will result in mature employees who are past their sell by date but who need/want to work being put through capability or disciplinary procedures in order to dismiss them when they are no longer fit to do the job and the rise in tribunal claims will be massive. This has been ill though out and badly done.

Comment by michael polglase on August 1, 2010 at 10:52 am

Dear Mr. Cameron, At last a breath of fresh air!, however please take us out of the EU! it is sucking the life blood out of this country, and make prison a punishment not a luxury holiday!! and train and educate them into a better way of life!! also take a serious look at germany’s benefits system!!, it really is hard to be out of work!!

Comment by andrea on August 1, 2010 at 11:08 am

Dear David,
Congratulations on a brilliant start! You clearly have your finger on the pulse and your foot firmly on the pedal.Keep up the momentum to rid us of all Labour’s dire, detritus but only after you have hopefully enjoyed a richly deserved summer break. I salute you!!

Comment by Richard Bradshaw on August 1, 2010 at 11:34 am

Hello , but what the you need to do is revoke the human rights law so as to stop people that shouldn’t be in this country envoking this stupid law and can be kicked out and suspected terrorists can’t sue the goverment when they shuoldn’t even be in this country …. it just makes you look stupid …. Rich

Comment by Michael on August 1, 2010 at 11:37 am

A great start, keep it coming. Enjoy your break. When you all get back to work dig deep when checking out all the local councils you may be suprised how much savings could be made.

Comment by Miss Harry on August 1, 2010 at 11:37 am

Great to see the success Team GB is having in the European Championships this summer. It goes to show that continuing support and positive investments bring forth positive results for the entire nation.

Comment by Ranbir Suri on August 1, 2010 at 12:10 pm

Dear David, I am very pleased to see what you have done in the first three months towards unravelling Labours 13 years of over indulging. These are wise decisions in order to achieve the results to get Britain back on the right track. Your statesmanship on the national and international stages is exceptional and reflects your practical and far-sighted political mindset.
Well done and with very best wishes.

Comment by James on August 1, 2010 at 12:52 pm

It is great to see a great leader in action. I hope everyone will appreciate your efforts. The very best thing i have welcomed is the review of the benefit system. Those who deserve benefits should get them, but i hate when we pay people not to work because this will mean more taxes for those who work.

Another point i would like to make is, i would be happy to know about the policy we had during the campaign to allow asylum seekers to work while they wait for the decision of their applications. Many people have suffered for along time after the labour government denied these people to work and then take ages to decide their cases.
God bless you.

Comment by michael murphy on August 1, 2010 at 12:53 pm

So far so good . May I suggest you keep the pressure one the police and MP’s expenses.

Comment by Robert Blundell on August 1, 2010 at 2:07 pm

Keep it blue, keep it true, don’t be swayed or dismayed, lets fight through our own Great Britain to renew. The financial debt has no time to regret, just lead us strictly out of debt. Forget the reds they still in their bed, ever vanquished it can be said. Win the fight we know your right to overcome our domestic plight!
Good start keep focussed for our future. Happy summer chaps.

Comment by mark coyle on August 1, 2010 at 2:33 pm

would like to know whats happening about getting goverment help with starting a new business.. mr gibbs said that there would be help if you got into number 10..so far aint seen no help.. i need to start up my own business with 100% funding so i can get of benifit..but in west sussex we have nothing unless i got 50% of what i need and cant get that if im on benifts…this is my only way of benifits as i have a criminal record and want to do something good with my life ..so do need help

Comment by J Goodfellow on August 1, 2010 at 2:42 pm

Well done. We have a leaderat last who looks and behaves like a leader, hopefully a great leader in time. Two things – First, dont change your stance on dealing with other nations except one thing – please do not apologise for our past – we did many great and good things more good than bad – and please also remember that HM QE2 was on the throne when we still had many colonies. Just because the previous government were arrogant pratts doesn t mean we have to grovel to try and even the balance. Just being yourself I believe will dfo the job. Beware the spinners, talk to the common man to keep your feet on the ground. You did it on the campaign trail – keep on doing it. There is life outside London and No 10.

Second – Road safety – a subject dear to my heart as a driving instructor. We are not doing enough in this country to raise the standard of driving and cease this mindless carnage on the roads, We keep being told that we are the best in Europe

So what? Does that make it OK to kill or seriously injure 280,000 people every year and not try and do something about it?

The DSA claims to have raised the standard of driving in the UK. It hasnt. The last Government sat on its hands and did nothing. The road engineers and vehicle manufacturers are the ones who have done the most.

Now is our/your chance to do something really positive towards reducing the KSI figures.

Your Secretary of State for Transport is being spun. Please stop the spin and seek the truth from the grass roots.

Thats it. Enjoy your break and the very best wishes for Mrs Cameron and your new baby when it comes.

For me that is the other very good thing about the new Government – our new First Lady – I’m a great fan

JG

Comment by Carolyn on August 1, 2010 at 4:17 pm

Well done, David. A good start….say what you think,don’t become full of pompous hypocrisy. Stay firm on cutting bureaucracy and immigration.
Enjoy your deserved break!

Comment by David on August 1, 2010 at 4:25 pm

I returned from Australia in July 2007 to look after parents in their mid 90′s, what a nightmare dealing with Council’s and Social Services trying to obtain financial assistance for their care. The bureaucracy and obdurate attitude adopted by both was only overcome by my tenacity and a good solicitor. While trying to obtain help for two people who have paid tax for over 75 years, I watched the vast sums of money spent on the thousands of immigrants flooding into the country. What a soft touch we are compared to Australia. I cannot wait to return to a country that looks after it’s own first. We can only hope the new goverment will come to grips with the immigration issue but hopefully we will be able to watch it from afar, in the same as we watched the inevitable crash of the housing market. Anybody with half a brain could see the bubble had to burst.

Comment by John Hirst on August 1, 2010 at 4:41 pm

Glad to hear that you are saying the right things, sometimes in the wrong place but they need to be said.
One thing i’ve learned is that sometimes what you think needs to be said, never mind that it hurts, we as a country have been hurting for years with lies and half truths, if people are complaining it means they are listening, just tell us what you want and then we as a country can decide, no spin, no half truths and get rid of the silly buggers that won’t bend.

Comment by Muriel Fleming on August 1, 2010 at 5:26 pm

A welcome breath of reality after Labour’s performance .Return to sanity for the majority of law abiding people who just want to get on with safe everyday living.best wishes for the arrival of latest member of the Cameron clan

Comment by Tricia Prescott on August 1, 2010 at 5:33 pm

Well done so far. I like the way you say and do what you feel is right and don’t just follow the crowd. Keep going but don’t forget compassion.

Comment by Anne Bone on August 1, 2010 at 6:14 pm

I’ve always been for reducing the management and bureaucracy levels in the NHS. It is a wonderful institution that I support with all my heart, but has been top heavy for a long time. What is also needed is for them to stop undertaking surgery and teatment for free that are ‘complementary’ as opposed to life saving and needed just to live a ‘normal’ Life. Too many people are denied drugs on the basis of being too costly, but others get free treament for vanity etc.

Comment by Robert Barton Hill on August 1, 2010 at 6:19 pm

So far – so good. I’m cautiously confident, but wonder whether enough time has been given to preparing a sound strategy in preparation for the likley disruption by the unions as their response to the coalitions’ policies. I hear unpleasant murmurings!

Comment by John Vekony on August 1, 2010 at 7:03 pm

A leaking oilwell or a leaking econony needs quick and hard decisions and actions. This is happening now. The job is to be done. No time to waste, everybody knows what are our problems. Shame on the last government to do nothing. Be open, communicate your action, the BBC is not for one party only.

Comment by Sophie Ridges on August 1, 2010 at 7:19 pm

Congratulations Prime Minster – you HAVE hit the ground running and I admire your straight talking and seemingly boundless engergy. I have faith in this coalition government and lasting the full five years and hopefully beyond! Enjoy your well earned break with your beautiful family and good luck for the future…..

Comment by Charles Wood on August 1, 2010 at 7:26 pm

Thank you for recognising the part that local campaigners and helpers played. Please ensure that as you investigate why we lost certain seats that you get the local Constituency members’ views, not just the candidates’. In many cases these might differ substantially, with local views likely to be much closer to hitting the nail on the head. The dynamism of the initiatives coming from the coalition are commendable. As the Chairman of a community group with a broad interest in how our Town thrives now and in the future, the Big Society initiative will need to have some (local community) muscle to help its realisation. Local Government, both officers and Councillors, do not on the whole readily engage outside their own, sometimes narrow, statutory responsibilities, and sometimes not much with those also.
Also, please be really careful in how the savings in the Policing are realised. You committed to keeping front line services effective. With all the pressures which will arise from finance cuts, and forcing the idle, lead-swingers and fraudsters to work or lose their benefit, more not less policing will be needed. Those inclined to crime or a free ride will not lightly give up an easy life, and will seek it where they can.
But on a positive note well done, and do not compromise too many of of the strong and positive Conservative principles on which we all fought the last election. If you do your foot soldiers may not be quite so ready to turn out to fight.
But for sure, to be successful, we do need to be more relevant to the younger elements of our community, and to really try to increase this section of our membership.

Comment by torygirl on August 1, 2010 at 7:37 pm

At last along has come another great and powerful leader just like Margaret Thatcher, who is ready to take the measures needed in order to clean up this country after the mess made by 13 years of Labour. I support David Cameron and the Coalition government in all that they are doing and lets return the Great back to Britain once again, good luck !

Comment by Grahame Woodward on August 1, 2010 at 7:59 pm

Great start – such a change from the suffocating ‘big government’ bureaucracy of the last administration. Just one worry – and that is Mr Huhne’s desire to build wind turbines. The evidence is clear – they are inefficient and, as with Germany, back up systems are needed. (They have built 5 coal-fired stations!) There is also the noise nuisance that is being ignored. Please – let’s have nuclear asap.

Comment by anthony chatton on August 1, 2010 at 8:13 pm

our country needs to be strong your goverment are making our country strong again everybody new we would have to make cuts but everyone seems to have a positive attitude about this thank you for geeting our country moving again

Comment by Brian Dawtrey on August 1, 2010 at 8:59 pm

Congratulations on dissolving the PCT’s My son is a hospital manager under the PCT (Doncaster etc) and he says thank god PCT’s are an abominal waste of masssive amounts of money and do nothing at all for hospital organisation but keep the accounts.

Comment by John Wilson on August 1, 2010 at 9:22 pm

Congratulations David – I think I even heard Lord Mandlson giving the coalition some praise today – a new convert perhaps.

Comment by Dave J Aldridge on August 1, 2010 at 9:56 pm

Good show Keep it up! Steady as she goes! ! Now think how you can slow the influx from the EU and send a few colonials home. What about down sizing or ditching a few dozen more Blair Brown pet quangos such as NICE. regards, (dja.)

Comment by Olayinka on August 1, 2010 at 10:19 pm

PM you are taking the country in the right direction, I fully understand that changes have to be make in other to bring down our deficits, but I would like you to look at other ways of doing this without making struggling families surfer more. Part of the reason why we are in deficit is the bailout money that was given to banks and I think the banks should start paying this money back. The banks are also not lending money to small businesses who are employers of labour and many of them are struggling at the moment.
I would also like to your government do more by making sure we create an environment where small scale industries can thrive. A model we can look at is what is happened in Germany where small scale manufacturing industries thrives and you can see this by comparing product sold (non-food items) in ALDI are mostly made in Germany by small scale industries, while most of the goods (non-food items) sold by most of our supermarkets are made in china. We were the very heart of the industrial revolution and it is time we go back to what really made us the “Great Britain”

Comment by Maureen. Horndean on August 2, 2010 at 12:13 am

So much to be done and a start has been made. You are “batting” for U.K. plc and have my full support. At 69 I still work -(invalid husband and married son with cerebral palsy.) There is so much waste and overstaffing in many public work-places to be identified – keep the front-line staff – nurses, doctors, teachers, police – rather, ask their management to justify their large salaries and “perks”. I should know – I worked for a local authority until retirement at 65. What of your pre-election promise to all Equitable Life policy holders?

Comment by Zadeh on August 2, 2010 at 2:30 am

Dear Prime Minister
As a conservative member I am impressed by your remarkable progress; especially your comments on Pakistan and Gaza, which were, inspired foreign policy. However, please do not disregard the importance of human rights in other countries especially in Iran. The Iranian government is the root cause of all Middle East problems and the current sanctions for nuclear issue are ineffective, unless a complete boycott like South Africa is implemented a.s.a.p. to prevent another war in Persian Gulf. I believe that you are the leader who can lead the world to fulfil this complete boycott in support of Iranian people who are suffering and fighting for democracy more than 100 years. Implementing complete economical and political boycott for short period and providing satellite internet access would be wonderful idea to support Iranian people to achieve their goal. A democratic elected government in Iran means lack of support for terrorist groups, thus bringing the UK soldiers back to home much sooner.

Comment by Phill Davis on August 2, 2010 at 3:31 am

Can I be the first to say thankyou your the man david to put the great back into great britan

Comment by Shirley Bowen on August 2, 2010 at 6:48 am

I’d just like to add that the great strides taken on the home front are long overdue and not before time – the country was sinking fast!

Comment by Jon Waters on August 2, 2010 at 7:11 am

It is fantastic to see a Prime Minister leading a capable team of ministers, telling us and the international community how the world is and what we have to do to put it right.

Comment by Paul Whittingham on August 2, 2010 at 7:30 am

it has certainly been an imopressive start and I pray it will continue. Enjoy the summer recess and come back refreshed.

Comment by Ron Cooper on August 2, 2010 at 7:33 am

Hi.
I am glad the you are tuning the Pyramid on its hesd, and as you say you have lots to do. as a 69 year old still working and enjoying it I do worrey about the state pention. Gordon Brown smashed pentions to bits and the state pention has not moved forwared. investments do not bring in the money that they once did. Savings is being eroded I may have to work till iam 75 to try and keep the standered of living We enjoy at present.
As a life long True Blue Jouned up at uni and gave money were and when every I couls to the local party, I do fell a litle let doen.
Ron Cooper.

Comment by James on August 2, 2010 at 7:53 am

Prime Minister, I concur with Margaret – it would be really useful to have a link to some place in the ether which sets out steps actually taken. Trying to get a handle on this from the media is always complex.

Comment by Ted on August 2, 2010 at 8:18 am

Referring to the MOD budget having to fund Trident. I believe it’s possible but structural change will be required.

Looking first at budget holders, I think there are about 8-9 at present. These could be reduced to 4 – land, sea, air and procurement.

If we now look closely at rank structures we find there are 17 in the Army alone. In this modern day and age of ‘flat based management’ there is surely a need for the abolition of at least 2 ranks.

Posts, positions and appointments also need a closer look. There are far too many of these titles and closer inspection reveals that the actual job is mainly administrative in terms of business output.

Training units are another area for scrutinisation. Wherever duplication of function occurs, amalgamation and standardisation should apply. Traditions need not suffer as each Arm of Service would retain its own control in one establishment – not several.

Comment by Jean on August 2, 2010 at 8:21 am

I have waited a long time for a Government with life in it that was willing to take the tough calls that will benefit us all in the long term.

Comment by Ian Fowler on August 2, 2010 at 8:36 am

I have been enormously impressed with David Cameron’s approach to a new style of government, much admired by many of our international friends and governments. Friends in the US in particular just could not believe how quickly the coalition was formed and activated, compared with their drawn out process. David is making a difference and long may his and his government’s objective programme keep up its momentum!

Comment by Gordon Scott on August 2, 2010 at 8:59 am

Yes the coalition have got off to a good start, but I would like to see Trident financed by the Overseas aid budget not by the MOD. Also I would like a life sentence to man just that, not effectively mean a few years in prison.

Comment by Michael Darlow on August 2, 2010 at 9:07 am

Many thanks for the update, I can see that there has been dramatic positive changes already however one main criteria seems to have been missed and was part of the conservative campaign pledge, and that was scrapping the human rights act which I feel is still making the wrong headlines and still benefits the criminals and greedy HR lawyers

Comment by Chris Thompson on August 2, 2010 at 9:21 am

Although there has been predictable grumbling about “betrayal” from the rank and file of both the conservatives and the Lib Dems, most of the younger voters to whom I speak are very excited about the coalition. “UK politics have finally grown up” sums up the general mood I come across. This credible start to the coalitions term of office shows that in such difficult times the two parties of the alliance have the political maturity to transcend party ideologies where necessary for the greater good of the country. In an unprecedented way, this is inspiring many of the younger voting generations to engage with politics for the first time. This in itself is a commendable achievement. However, people are still highly suspicious of the Big Society, seeing it as a ploy to place on public generosity, the services that should be provided by central or local government. But what don’t we understand about the outgoing Labour secretary to the treasury’s written, and signed confession, “There is no money”? It’s not rocket science, we are a nation in crisis, there is no money, we all have to pull together. Anyone who finds themselves in a position of being more fortunate than someone else can do their bit to help. Maybe it’s not quite “we will fight them on the beaches” and “blood sweat and tears” but it is “looking out for each other, hard work, and thrift” In my opinion, that is what the Big Society is about because there really is no money, it’s as simple as that!
Finally, we desperately need to reassure voters that school rebuilding has not been “scrapped”, rather it has been put on hold whilst the huge bureaucratic inefficiencies that so mark all Labour legacies are removed. To the communities who feel that their promised new schools are not now going to materialise, please give us the messages with which we can offer them new hope that once the cuts have been made and inefficiencies removed, their children will get their promised new schools.

Comment by Phil Cockcroft on August 2, 2010 at 9:27 am

Prime Minister- It’s refreshing to see actions instead of words. I hope you now apply the pressure on the banks to help small businesses through the tough months ahead. The Tax payer came to their aid in their time of need, now it’s their turn, before many more householders and small businesses go to the wall.

Comment by Tom Brown on August 2, 2010 at 9:46 am

Well done Mr Cameron, at long last we have a PM with vision.

Please address the elephant in the room i.e. the Employment Protection Act?

To force a small business with one employee to comply with the several thousand often ridiculous regulations within this act is totally unacceptable for a party that prides itself on encouraging enterprise.

By all means leave the thing in place for large business, but stage the need to comply from nothing for small companies up through the various sized enterprises.

The first consequence of this will be a re birth of apprenticeships – at no cost to the state and give a major boost to small shopkeepers, who frankly has so much to do in a day that even basic compliance is totally impossible.

Finally I am convinced that any small business person who is aware of the onerous nature of this act, would, (like me) hire no one in the UK and produce all their wares via sub contractors (Sadly in my case the majority are overseas).

Tom Brown

Comment by Ian Warburton on August 2, 2010 at 9:53 am

Dear Mr. Cameron I am very pleased with the courageous decisions taken so far and your authoritive but persuasive style of leadership

Comment by Vinita on August 2, 2010 at 9:55 am

Congratulations PM! I’m so very pleased with your programme. Keep the straight talk going as you comments in the foreign policy area are appreciated. Please do review the Overseas aid budget as it should not be ringfenced.

Comment by Shaun Harrison on August 2, 2010 at 9:56 am

I’d like to offer my full support to David Cameron. After years of Labour insanity, lies & incompetance, the coalition is like the proverbial ray of light. Its going to get very tough & people will turn on the coalition, including its own members, but for the sake of us all, he must remain strong. I also support him in his comments over Pakistans role in global terrorism. He’s absolutely right & the reason sections of the Pakistian authorities are so offended is that they know its true as well. For years Labour waged war in Iraq & Afganisitan while leaving the back door wide open allowing terrorists in via our hopelessly weak borders. Tough decisions have to be made here too & the greater the shrill cries of indignation by the righteous minority, the closer you know you are getting to the solutions.

Comment by James Parsons on August 2, 2010 at 10:14 am

Dear Prime Minister,

When will the government finally bring the banks task. We are a small business, new and almost ready to go fully operational.

In the early days I approached Nat West. The application for a working facility finally came to and end after 13 months of form filling, chasing and non-return of communication which was at management level. I finally gave up and walked away deciding to source finance privately.

We are now at a stage of nearly being fully operational. Request for a small facility for a period of several months was placed 14 weeks ago to HSBC. Through their shear incompetance, feet dragging the costs to us mounted and now today the terms finally came through, we would be better off taking the facility from the Kray twins. We are asset rich but run short of cash flow.

We have an order book that will soon outstrip the loan request and are now looking at export which will be in seven figures. HSBC has already cost us the loss of a £28,000 order.
Each day going by the banks tear the small business to pieces with unjustified interest rates, fines, overdraft costs. When will the government put their foot down and get them in order?

Yours sincerly a committed supporter

James Parsons

Comment by Steven Pendleton on August 2, 2010 at 10:18 am

Yes I really think the coalition are doing a good job however you need to be more visible. I also feel that there needs to be a planned step change in our relationship with the USA. We are part of the EU and we need to take decisions with that in mind.

Comment by Angela on August 2, 2010 at 10:33 am

Great work so far! How can one get more involved in helping the goals become a reality?

Angela

Comment by Paul herbert on August 2, 2010 at 10:53 am

You’ve kept your side of the bargain so far I’ll continue to keep mine. Everything that my electors raised the conservatives have attemptted to take swift action and address. I’m sure there will be some things we’ll get wrong initially but we’ll put them right in time

Comment by Maureen on August 2, 2010 at 11:04 am

Thank you for the update. You have done more in 11 weeks than labour did in 13 years. It is so refreshing to finally have a government that I can trust. The only thing I would like to be implemented now is more legal rights for grandparents to spend time with their grandchildren. Grandparents have a wealth of knowledge to pass on to their grandchildren, that is not taught in schools , but it can only be passed on if they can spend time with the children , which some of us are not able to do.
Well done for your hard work so far. The one thing I really appreciate is the way in which you are involving the people of this country, it is so much better than being kept in the dark and being treated like mushrooms.

Comment by Ann Cunniffe on August 2, 2010 at 11:16 am

Energetic, Enthusiastic, Honest, Pro-Active, Fast moving. Brilliant. Just what this country needs. This is my kind of politics.

Comment by Kay on August 2, 2010 at 11:53 am

Well done indeed, I am slightly stunned at the speed to which your government is rectifying the problems of this country. I am so pleased that the two political parties are woking together and can be seen working togther. It’s like a breath of fresh air. Keep up with the honesty, be true and strong to the UK. So impressed.

Comment by Alan Bundy on August 2, 2010 at 12:23 pm

Cracking start so far. Keep up the good work.
Don’t forget the small business, I am concerned the VAT increase will hit the small service business (hair salon for example. They will find it difficult to pass this on via price increases in these difficult times.

Comment by gloria on August 2, 2010 at 12:32 pm

i am very happy so far of what you are doing ,,,but as a oap i stayed home to look after my children and did not pay a full stamp for my pension ,there must be many people with the same problem all i get pension is just over £200 pounds a month is there anything you can do about people in my position thank you gloria street

Comment by martin forzani on August 2, 2010 at 12:44 pm

You want an idea on how to save money, well here goes… How come they still have large amount amount of contractors and consultancies in various govt depts, charging up to £2000 per day… Some of these people have been over 7 years, think how much money that is… you could say by 1st December all outside help must be gone, if they want to work there, then offer a permanent job, otherwise go…In addition the amount of waste that i have seen in these depts in amazing.. You could cut the number of permanent people by 50% and the depts would still run. Most have side jobs that they do when they are meant to be working in govt

Comment by Colin P on August 2, 2010 at 12:57 pm

After the Blair/Brown years we, at long last, appear have a strong Government headed by DC & NC that gives us hope for the future with it’s no nonsense approach to the problems that affect us all now. I hope that any divisions within the coalition can be quickly resolved to provide us with the Government we have waited so long for.
My very best wishes for the future
Colin

Comment by Tony Maund on August 2, 2010 at 1:22 pm

Not a bad job so far at all! I and likely many others understand that you have a long way to go but it’s good to feel that being British is a growing cause for pride as self sufficiency, pride in our achievements, having a responsible government determined to manage the countries affairs competently are great confidence builders, something missing for a long time.

However with the urgent need to come to grips with the profligacy of the previous government a word of warning is needed. Cutting costs for the sake simply of reducing figures runs the risk of severely weakening some infrastructures unnecessarily.

Wielding the axe indiscriminately can be as bad as doing nothing. An earlier comment here refers to a level of neglect levelled at the Liberal Democrats. From my point of view as a Conservative supporter for over 40 years I think if anything the government has been more than accommodating considering the number of cabinet posts that have been awarded to the LIb Dems under the coalition agreement. I can’t remember a situation where at least half of the sitting MPs in a particular party have held government posts. There is no doubt that they are making an important contribution to governing the country. Much more than they ever would have had under Labour who’s government inept as it was would likely have collapsed after only a few months. This one is building a future together for our country under the most arduous of conditions.

Comment by Steve T on August 2, 2010 at 2:10 pm

I wish you continued success please stand firm on Foreign State’s interfering in Domestic affairs even if the US is a major ally they do not dictate our internal affairs!!!!!!!!!

Comment by maureen curd on August 2, 2010 at 2:41 pm

Dear PM,
Why is it that everything that is released by the coalition seems to carry such a negative response from the media. So far this government have ticked a lot of boxes sure they will not all work but why are we still giving foreign aid when we so desperately need the money orselves?

Comment by Valerie Alcock on August 2, 2010 at 2:46 pm

Well done on your first eleven weeks! However, I am surprised you have ignored many of the financial commentators who say that a 50% tax on high earners will not bring in more tax, but could send high earners abroad. I hope this doesn’t happen.

Comment by Ian M Lingard on August 2, 2010 at 3:01 pm

Well done Prime Minister, I am pleased to see a Prime Minister that calls a spade a spade, please do not back down.
Good news the welfare system is going to be simplified. Let us hope people will owe the country a living and not expect the country to owe them a living.
Bring the word RESPECT back, it should be taught by parents and schools.

Regards Ian M Lingard.

Comment by David Harris on August 2, 2010 at 5:37 pm

Dear Prime-minister
Thank you to you and Nick Clegg, and well done, so far…….
You have a long road ahead to put right the wrongs of the previous ‘government’, although that word is incorrect in that they did their utmost to ruin this country and where we stood in the world, not what I call GOVERN.
As the previous people have said, continue to stand up for Bitain, show the world we are not a spent force. I gree with what you said about Pakistan. How can they be so naive, as too think they can get away with helping the Taliban. Is that why the Taliban flee into Pakistan for respite and a rest before the next phase? Pakistan should allow cross border activty to catch the insurgents, or get on and do it for the rest of the world.

Comment by Robert Tuck on August 2, 2010 at 7:28 pm

Hi David,

I think you and your colleagues are doing a fine job. But, you have to stop the ex-Labour ministers hogging the BBC, ITV and Sky news. It comes across as being very one sided – and not in the Tory (our?) interests.

Kind regards

Robert

Comment by noshaba hussain seyed on August 2, 2010 at 8:07 pm

Dear Prime Minister

We are proud to call you so. Several bold and outspoken comments. I hope that you will give the President of Pakistan an earful about the way he treats the general population and his abuse of the concept of democracy!
The ordinary people are really having a rough time – no electricity for about 16 hours in the day- which is absolutely devastating for the economy- small businesses are struggling. Britain has nothing to benefit from an impoverished Pakistan. Maybe they need help and some kind of constructive support, but with “strings attached” for outcomes.
The ordinary people are the middle of a sandwich. They have a corrupt Government with Mr 10%, now Mr 100% at the head. They need your encouragement- no doubt. I think that your statements in India were exploited by the Government for their own ends.
I don’t think that any real arrests or prosecutions have been brought in Pakistan to tackle the internal terrorism, eventhough they have been moaning that thousands have died! Law and order is a serious issue.
No plan have been made by the Government for building the infra-structure of the country – health, education, employment.
Hope you will be as frank with them in private as you were in public.
An unstable Pakistan is no help to anyone.
Regards and best wishes for the family

Noshaba

Comment by Allison marsh on August 2, 2010 at 8:19 pm

Yes,well done!
Not happy with the banks STILL not lending to new and small business though, won’t even give small overdraft for first month to help with cash flow.
Can’t get jobs so try to help yourself but can’t get help anywhere, business link etc a joke.
Big bonuses for bankers still being paid though!
Please sort this out urgently.

Comment by Luke on August 2, 2010 at 8:27 pm

I am shocked and disapointed with both you and the other one. Nick Clegg. I voted Lib Dem – This was the first time I have ever voted. You must have noted that the number of people who agree with the Colalation GOverment is droping.

By all means crack down on Benifits, I know full well tha the DLA and the ESA medicals are a Massive JOKE. The comment thats was given at a meeting with Bertrand MEUNIER in Havering, the goverment says that “if you have arms & legs, you can work” – Mental Health is diseguraded. So, as a PM of the UK – I am somewhat discusted with teh way the UK is going….

Comment by vincent piercy on August 2, 2010 at 8:43 pm

tough measures for tough times! its always been the same following a labour government we just have to grin and bare it!!!!! just think of our future and dont be to hard on uni student finance!! !!

Comment by David Williams on August 2, 2010 at 9:22 pm

David,
yes you have hit the ground running, but it quite easy to put people out of work when you have plenty of money in the bank. Don’t forget that for every person you put out of work, it creates more pressure on the people in work. there is less income tax being collected and more people on benifits. The people of this country have placed you in power to represent all the people of this country, not only the rich and those that work in the Private sector. You have put a wage freeze on the Public Sector, but you have not put a price freeze on the ROBBING PRIVATE SECTOR. Their pices are STILL increasing, just look at Tesco’s profits.

Comment by Mike Penny on August 3, 2010 at 8:07 am

David, Congratulations on a great start – what a huge relief it is to be rid of that failed Labour administration who were perpetually taking us in all the wrong directions.

Your agenda for change is vital – but to build a bright tomorrow for our country we need all our young people who have the skills to have a chance of going to a good university. We should limit the number of foreign students in our universities to ensure all our own nationals get priority.

Comment by isobel wilson on August 3, 2010 at 8:15 am

Well done Mr Cameron for speaking plainly over Pakistan and Gaza. I notice the Pakistanis keep talking about “hurt feelings” They don’t deny it however. Please do not the european union to railroad us into these new police powers. They interfere enough as it is, and not always for the better.
Good luck with the baby.

Comment by Iain Wishart on August 3, 2010 at 8:38 am

The proposed changes to pensions such as limiting input to £40k from £255k and hammering anyone who has seriously saved for their retirement – are sending out all the wrong messages.
Everything needs to be done to encourage saving for your own future. Most people don’t have the generous 40% contributions and guaranteed pensions that MPs benefit from.
Leave the pensions lifetime allowance and annual inputs alone. Encourage all to save.

Comment by David Dundas on August 3, 2010 at 8:51 am

Moving quickly to implement the necessary cuts in Government expenditure is very important, but there is evidence that some Ministers are giving orders without thinking through the consequences, and actually wasting money. Eg many of the Consultants who are on contract are having them ended without being asked to work their notice period, so they get paid off for doing nothing when they could be helping in winding down the programmes. There seems to be a degree of “throwing out the baby with the bathwater” that needs controling

Comment by Susan Egan on August 3, 2010 at 9:00 am

We have waited a long time for a PM with a good perception of the Country’s problems and couragous enough to deal with them. My Husband and I run a medium sized business and now feel confident about the future. Well done PM, keep up the good work.

Comment by Helen Garland on August 3, 2010 at 10:07 am

Dear Team

We think you are doing really well so far.

The banks are still an issue though.

I also think that you should change the benefits system so that pensioners get a fairer deal – there’s to many forms for them to fill out – one pension payment should be there to cover everything – all the other pension benefits should be scrapped.

Keep up the hard work!

Best wishes
Helen

Comment by Allan Buchan on August 3, 2010 at 10:38 am

Dear Mr Cameron
I feel you are now on the right track, but, your coilition is not dealing with the issues that most people would like you to, for instance, remove all human rights from criminals whilst in prison, do away with asylum, put a stop to the compensation culture, deport illegal immigrants immediately with no appeal, stop the fiasco of housing foreigners in homes costing thousands per month. You should consider the effect these items have on ordinary people and put a stop to them forthwith.

Comment by Phil on August 3, 2010 at 11:47 am

Sort the banks out! Investigate MBNA’s continual conning of customers. Force the banks to repay all unlawful bank charges and interest at the rates they have charged their customers going back at least ten years.

Comment by Scarlett Tait on August 3, 2010 at 4:30 pm

I agree, you’ve made not a good start but a fantastic start!
I’m with you all the way David!
I had the best birthday this year as you became PM on my birthday! 11th May 2010, never to forget.
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Comment by DAWN AYRES on August 4, 2010 at 12:03 pm

After year’s of mismanagement of our country it takes a very strong team to bite the bullet and get us back on track. You told us what needed to be done, you have indeed ‘hit the ground running’ and I know it will not stop there. There will be more cuts we need to make, so we are all going to be reeling for some time to come, but we must not lose site of the future and where we need to be to become a truly Great Briatin again. I have been tightening my belt for a few years now and the recession hit the country very hard, so we do have one thing in our favour already – we know how to do without for a while and we know how to cut back! Go for gold David. I wish you the very best of luck. If during the cuts, the country can also see hope, improvement and some development while we work our way out of debt, then they should stick with it and, then with patience, we will be able to reap the rewards from all that hard work. Only then can we really move forward and put into place the policies for a better future which you have in your filing cabinet under p for postponed!

Comment by Denis (allen) Sharp on August 4, 2010 at 2:43 pm

Dear David So far so good. The first part was always going to be the easiest. Sounds odd i know but the tough part will be when political expediency supersedes ‘the rght thing to do’. please remember that goverment and indeed parliament exists to SERVE the people. Regards and best wishes Denis(preferred name) Allen sharp

Comment by Ian Robertson on August 4, 2010 at 5:31 pm

David, if I may be so bold to call you that.
I much admire the way the coalition is attempting to dig us out of the financial hole inherited from the last government. I am concerned that, as a reader of the press, and I appreciate that source is looking for attention grabbing headlines, the nitty gritty of the diificult job ahead does not appear to be coming through. Your visit to America, India and Turkey has tested the allegience of many of your supporters, as you appear to denegrate our past history. Looking to the future I believe that you will get us out of the mire and as a lifelong Conservative I’m probably of the old school, but my mind is not closed to change and I wish you well

Comment by Scarlett Tait on August 4, 2010 at 5:58 pm

David, You haven’t made a good start but a fantastic start!
I’m with you all the way!
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Comment by Susan Pianta-Morrish on August 4, 2010 at 8:26 pm

Dear David and team, A great start of saving money where it is needed. I do have a bit of a concern though in regard to the G.P.s and giving them back all the responsibility of running their practices. This is fine if they have a competent manager, but might put even more stress on their working day if they have to do it all. My man is a G.P. and his worry is that it may well have an impact on patient care time.
In relation to Afghanistan I will soooo relieved when our troops can come home, though everyone must see that to rid the world of terrorists is a must. We have enough natural distasters without tunnel visioned fanatics trying to kill us off.
Keep up the good work David and good luck with the new baby,
kind regards, Susan

Comment by Samantha Stevens on August 6, 2010 at 6:05 pm

David, Thank you so much for keeping us informed with everything that’s going on, it really does make a huge difference to know how and where you’re helping, I am so pleased with everything that has happened so far. I am only 16 but have a keen interest in political matters and our country’s future. I have tremendous faith in you and our team. I look forward to a better future under the new government and can honestly say I am willing to help every step of the way.

Comment by Joe on August 6, 2010 at 8:58 pm

Just read an interesting article in the Daily Mail, dated August 5th, which I think your party(ies) should read on pages 54 and 55. This could give you some cause to have a rethink on the rules and laws regarding immigration into the UK. It scared the hell out of me.

Comment by Janice Brennan on August 7, 2010 at 10:52 am

What has happened to the English couple captured by Somalian pirates & why is there so many Somalians in this country, especially Tooting?

Comment by Roy Marsden on August 7, 2010 at 12:37 pm

Dear Prime minister
Considering the financial mess you were left, I believe a great start has been made.
As for policy, I believe that the State should not pay allowances for more than 2 children, too many families use their children as a source of income. This is not any attempt to restrict the number of children but it will make families consider if they want more than 2 children.

Comment by Tony on August 9, 2010 at 8:08 am

I agree with Roy Marsden @ 12:37pm although maybe for different reasons

Population increase is going to be a big problem in the future. As easily accessible resources around the world start to dry up countries will need to become more self-sustaining – if not they’ll be in trouble. Never mind the impact of the changing demographics on the character of the country and pressures on the countryside/environnment. This needs to be combined with a strict immigration policy of course.

Comment by Angela Wallhead on August 9, 2010 at 11:07 am

Dear David,

Things seem to be going well so far, however I ask you to think really hard before you hit local authorities with a huge decrease in financial support. I work for an authority who are very aware of external financial pressures and who are working hard to make considerable savings to running costs without jeopardising first class services to the residents. Not all people who work in the public sector are in it just for the money but they deeply care about the people they serve and believe that they deserve the best. Cutting the service to the bone will harm some of the services we have fought so hard to maintain and improve. Please give this some serious thought when setting the agenda.

Regards

Angela

Comment by Blue Tracker on August 9, 2010 at 5:29 pm

We agree with Janice Brennan on August 7, 2010 at 10:52 am. But its not only Tooting, its London, particulary those traditional Labour areas/constituency’s/strong holds. Labours way of enabling and getting more Labour votes.

Comment by David Tillson on August 13, 2010 at 4:30 pm

I think DC you are doing a brilliant job with the new colation government; keep up the good work. There are Myriad problems to resolve and a 1000 suggestions but just one for me. You are having top cut back on Poliicing Budgets; how about getting rid of the totally pointless CPSO’s and the money saved re-invested back into the “real” Police force. I do a lot of driving and see some “disgraceful Driving” and we need a lot more Police Vehicles and unmarked ones to deal with this problem especially as speeding cameras are going.

Comment by Keith Diggle on August 16, 2010 at 6:08 pm

Dear David,

Thank you for your emails – and for those from your colleagues. This is an excellent idea.

I am a little late in replying to your request for suggestions – sorry about that but inspiration doesn’t come to order (not to me anyway).
Here’s the thought:-
Link the Honours system to the tax system. Now, don’t go away yet. Stay with me!

The basic thought is that no-one should get an Honour of any kind if their tax history is not flawless. This means that when any Honour for any person is up for consideration the HMRC is consulted as to their tax payment history. HMRC would report back under, say, three categories: (a)Flawless – honest declarations of income and expenses – whiter than white (b)Questionable – has clever accountants who also represent people we have had to chase but nothing wrong proven – but we have our suspicions or uses spouse as a tax shelter or standard of living inexplicably high compared with declared income (c) Bad Person – we have found them to have under-declared income and overstated expenditure and have imposed penalties.

HMRC would not supply details in justification of their categorisation unless specifically requested by the Honours office.

Only people with a Flawless rating would be eligible for an honour. I believe that this would make people start to believe in and respect the Honours system. Your Office would make it known that in the future only people with blemish-free tax records would be Honoured. It need say no more than this. The category system would be unpublicised. Your Office could add that if people who receive Honours are subsequently found to have falsified their tax declarations or have avoided tax in any disreputable way the Honour would be removed.

Apart from being a good morale booster for the general public it would make those who have Honours in mind think very carefully about their tax history.

I think this scheme would increase tax income!

A development of this idea would be to develop a sort of ‘mini’ Honours system that rewarded people who had played it straight with the tax man for the whole of their working lives. On retirement such people – the Flawless ones – would receive a printed citation, signed by you, thanking them for their contribution to society plus a small lapel badge or brooch. Again the assistance of HMRC would be necessary. I think that people would feel truly honoured by this simple act and would wear their small decoration with pride.

I hope you can find time to read this – and I wish you a Happy Holiday!

Keith Diggle

Comment by Mercedes Kelly on August 18, 2010 at 9:27 am

Thank you for these messages.
Fantastic job I could contribute with one or two ideas to help save money. I work for the most beurocratic organization in the country which are repsonsable for many of the misfortunes of this nation. If interested please come back to me.
Thanks

Comment by Margaret Bradley on August 25, 2010 at 8:25 am

Congratulations on having a Cornish Maid.

Comment by D Cage on October 25, 2010 at 6:49 am

Like borrowing money to give away on foreign aid and EU extortion. You have to be joking. You have hit the ground like a load of worms crawling to your Lib Dem and next job for politicians, EU masters.