HOW frustrated Mr Nurse must feel (Letters, February 28). He has offered his land for first-time buyers at low cost, something we all need for our newly-wed sons and daughters, most of whom are struggling to get on the property ladder.

Mr Nurse's property is on the edge of Osbaldwick with easy access to York bypass. We hear politicians says this is the kind of property needed. So isn't it ridiculous that the present planning legislation can hold up the progress we all need?

M Trueman,

Broad Manor,

North Duffield, Selby.

Updated: 11:44 Saturday, March 13, 2004