WHAT do York people care about more than the failed Lendal Bridge trial?

The city council's attempt to deter rough sleepers by putting bars on public benches, that's what.

More than 5,300 people have signed a petition saying the bars are inhumane - and that they do nothing to solve homelessness. Fewer than 1,500 signed a petition protesting at Lendal Bridge.

We're glad so many York people care strongly about this issue. And we agree that the city needs to tackle the causes of homelessness - not just move rough sleepers on.