I HAVE heard a rumour that town planners are considering a revolutionary new idea to ease the traffic congestion in the centre of Blackburn.

I have heard that for a one-month trial period, all the one way street directions are to be reversed, and all cars will be required to drive on the right instead of the left.

If, after the trial period, this system proves to be a success, the council may adopt the method and then all other vehicles, ie buses, taxis, lorries and vans will also be required to drive on the right.

So, let's give it a go for a month. After all, it must be an improvement on the present system.

RON CRANE, Walden Road, Blackburn.

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