THE main reason for hold-ups on the A1237 is because too many drivers are trying to get to the next traffic jam as quickly as possible.

Maybe if all motorists kept their speed to 40mph and left a 50-yard gap from the vehicle in front they would reach their destination much quicker.

Keith Elsworth,

Barley Rise,

Strensall, York.

Updated: 10:40 Friday, March 12, 2004