I WISH to record my shock and disappointment at the threatened closure of York Minster library (Evening Press, May 23).

In view of the significance of the closure and the impact this will have on York's cultural environment, I am particularly pleased to read the editorial of the same date and note the Evening Press's concern about the proposal.

I believe that the lead taken by the Press in condemning the plans of the Dean and Chapter is to be commended and must be supported by all the citizens of York.

Michael Ling,

Monkgate Cloisters,

Monkgate, York.

Updated: 10:39 Thursday, May 29, 2003