WITH the likelihood of a number of council seats changing hands after the election, it should be stated, in fairness, that there was a noticeable improvement in various services under the Liberal Democrat-led council.

Defective street lighting was replaced, neglected road surfaces and dangerously uneven paving attended to, road sweeping more frequent, and recycling and refuse collections more effective in a number of areas.

Also, many people may be thankful for their thoughtful, effective level of social care.

For all of these, much thanks.

Alexander Ogilvy, Lindsey Avenue, Acomb, York.