I just returned from a meeting with residents in Shooters Hill.  It was interesting that the main concerns raised centered on the continuing concern about radio masts, the lack of luggage storage on buses, immigration and the fact that despite the huge impact the 2012 Olympics will have on Eltham residents, there will be no lasting legacy for us.  This is an ongoing concern and one that has to be addressed urgently.  

People often say that politicians have no experience of the challenges faced by people in their everyday lives.  I receive regular complaints from residents about anti-social behaviour and today my team of volunteers experienced it first hand. Delivering leaflets in Horn Park, one of my team - a visitor to Eltham - was on the receiving end of a volley of abuse and felt very threatened by two young scroats.  

They threatened to punch him and told him to get off 'their' estate.  And all because he was delivering a few leaflets.

Fortunately, three of us were in the vicinity and appeared very quickly, resulting in these pathetic young lads suddenly not feeling quite so bold.  My friend was understandably very shaken.  

These pathetic people obviously don't have enough in their lives to keep them occupied or satisfied.  I think that's a pity.  But I think it's very sad that good people have to live with these idiots for neighbours.  Be assured, I will be reporting the matter to the local police.  And we will continue to take our message to the decent majority living in Horn Park and other parts of this constituency.

Shadow Communities and Local Government Minister Stewart Jackson was in Eltham yesterday, speaking to residents in various parts of Eltham about their concerns.  

Top of the list was anti-social behaviour and immigration.  So many residents welcomed us into their homes, I'd like to issue a public thank-you for all the tea - and for sheltering us from the rain!

These visits from shadow ministers matter because the views of local people are passed directly to David Cameron's team.  Even with a general election as much as a year away, it means people in this part of London are finally getting a voice at Westminster.  I will keep inviting senior politicians to visit Eltham, and surrounding areas, so that if the Conservatives form the next government, our priorities and concerns are taken into account in the policy making process.

It is reported today that in a bid to reduce teenage mothers giving birth, we may start to see adverts on TV for abortion clinics.  Has the world gone completely mad?The way to prevent so many teenage mothers is to encourage children not to rush into having sexual relations, but to also ensure that if they do follow their urges they take all necessary precautions to avoid pregnancy.

It is also reported that adverts for condoms will hit our TV screens.  This has actually been done before, and I support that.  Not only do condoms help to prevent pregnancy, they also help to prevent sexually transmitted diseases for men as well as women.  This country has a staggering rate of STDs and politicians remain reluctant to discuss the issue.  It needs addressing urgently.  Wider advertising of condoms may help.