In The Press of September 23, City of York Council say it was worried about a £300,000 shortfall in parking fees.

In the past, its policy has been to encourage people to walk, cycle or use public transport and leave their cars at home; they can’t have it both ways.

Either the council has achieved its aim in reducing car journeys or, because of its attitude towards motorists, car owners are shopping elsewhere.

AP Cox, Heath Close, Holgate, York.