A York man is at the "snorefront" of new attempts to release couples across the nation from a nightly nightmare.

A new herbal remedy called Helps Stop Snoring is on trial in the city, and Richard McCaw, 35, from Rawcliffe, says the effects of the spray are "absolutely wonderful."

He said: "It means I don't have to sleep in another room so I'm not grouchy in the mornings, and my partner's happier because my snoring's not keeping her awake. We're both getting a proper night's sleep and feeling much better for it."

The spray, a mixture of sensual oils and herbs, is already available at Boots The Chemists.

Updated: 12:25 Friday, February 16, 2001