I READ with dismay news of the closure of Walmgate Bar to traffic (October 22).

Because of a few incompetent van, lorry and bus drivers driving without due care and attention York residents and tourists are to be totally inconvenienced.

Whenever the vehicle has been lodged in the Bar one never hears whether the driver has been charged with an offence.

So, as usual, a few careless and unconcerned drivers have affected a vast number of drivers who drive within the law.

This seems to be the modern theme. A few people who will not accept rules and regulations force councils and the Government to make changes which affect the lives of many. What has happened to democracy?

P V Johnson,

Chimleys,

Moor Lane,

Strensall, York.

Updated: 11:13 Thursday, October 28, 2004