IT IS now impossible to walk on York pavements without having to look over one's shoulder to see if a cyclist is pedalling up behind. It is especially dangerous for the elderly and disabled who find it difficult having to keep moving out of the way of these law-breakers.

How much longer will we have to put up with this? Probably forever because the authorities responsible for allowing this situation to develop seem unable, or unwilling, to do anything about it.

Pavements should be safe areas for pedestrians on which to walk.

Alas, this is no longer the case. Irresponsible cyclists are making a mockery of the regulations.

L Coman,

Derwent Road,

York.

Updated: 10:13 Thursday, November 27, 2003