I have noted Joe Haining and Alan Lowey expounding the virtues of the Red and Blue Net and FACT in response to my criticism of both factions.

Both completely miss the point, however, and confuse free speech with unfettered abuse of private individuals in a public form regardless of the consequences.

I note that since my letter, the Red and Blue Net have changed position and tactics and have issued a disclaimer for future content of the Fans' Forum and introduced censorship on request. Clearly a case of common sense and running for cover.

I hope this belated gesture will improve the quality of debate on this forum in the interests of York City Football Club fortunes and advancement.