IN REGARD to the Angel of the South, Richard Deacon's monstrosity looks like a pile of scrap metal and evokes strong memories of 9/11.

Wallinger's horse looks like an old nag and really fed up with life. How many of us have actually seen a horse wearing just a bridle?

As for the two abstracts by Buren and Le Brun, they have absolutely nothing to say about our county and I am amazed they should even have been considered for inclusion.

At least Whiteread suggests she was inspired by the landscape of the nearby quarries and wants to use concrete to remind us of the strong connection with the cement industry which developed in this part of north Kent.

Who could forget the layers of cement dust which covered the whole area for decades?

None of the proposals is as dramatic, dynamic or has anywhere near the instant visual impact of the Angel of the North.

I don't think any of the artists really set out to win this competition. In fact all seem to be deliberate attempts not to win.

If this is the best on offer, I suggest the Ebbsfleet Landmark Project asks for its money back.

I do like the idea of a horse. The Bluewater logo is a good starting point and even the old Kent County Council white horse is better than anything produced so far.

But if you really want a truly inspiring example of a horse which could symbolise Kent and compete with the Angel of the North, ask Stella Shawzin, the sculptress who produced a stunning bronze at the Chelsea Flower Show.

PHIL CRANE, address supplied