WE'VE had naked chefs, naked calendar girls, even naked bus drivers. Now comes the splendid news that York is to be visited by a delegation of naked cyclists.

No, the city isn't trying to add to its tourist laurels by launching a nudist cycling festival. It's not even another charity calendar stunt. These cyclists will be getting their kit off in the name of a serious cause, as part of a global protest against oil dependency.

We can't quite see the connection ourselves, but it all sounds harmless fun. Let's just hope the weather stays warm.