I BET Kate Youngjohns isn't a parent (Residents oppose £2 million plan for school, April 18). The tone of her comments which put dogs before children says a lot.

How ridiculous!

Of course St Barnabas must have a new school with modern facilities, including playing fields. My grandchildren attend this school and it is only within the last few years that the boys have had an indoor lavatory.

I bet Kate Youngjohns didn't have to make do and hope for better like the children in Leeman Road and their parents have done for years.

I urge City of York Council to let sense prevail and for once in this country put children before animals.

Mrs M Dale,

Highthorn Road, York.

Updated: 11:38 Monday, April 14, 2003