YOUR columnist Peter Grant referred to Michael Portillo's affection for our part of the world in the November 19 edition of the Wirral Globe.

This is partly – if not largely – based on a TV documentary feature he made, which was screened around the spring in 2003.

Michael spent a period of time with Jenny Miner and her family, who live in Wallasey.

His visit included being temporarily "employed" at a local supermarket.

I have to say that the programme made excellent viewing. It is pleasing to see that Michael has fond memories of his sojourn hereabouts.

Derek Jeffrey, Heswall.