IT IS clear the A1079 needs a major overhaul. I agree with several of your readers that it was not built for the traffic it receives.

This impacts on the quality of life enjoyed in my ward.

We need to expand our Park&Ride network to take cars off the road; improve road safety and air quality, making life easier for the commuter, and counter the noise impact on those who live near the road.

In particular, we need to look at improving road safety for pedestrians and cyclists, especially school children.

As the University of York invests in its Science Park and Heslington East, Hull Road’s importance will only grow.

The road is one of the city’s most important arteries, using the money set aside for this purpose we should work to improve the road’s aesthetics to make a better impression on visitors and to improve the area for residents.

I was unaware of the Two Minsters Rail Campaign until I read about it. However, I am up for looking into it and if elected will work towards the project. Rail is a far more sustainable form of transport.

Josh Allen, Liberal Democrat candidate for Hull Road, Heslington Road, York.