THERE’S nothing like having two grandchildren with you, one in a pushchair, to realise just how rude and discourteous many drivers are in the north west.

This is not to mention the ignorant who insist on driving with windows open and playing loud music.

The ignorant who drive large flashy cars and make as much noise with their exhaust as possible, the drivers who speed through crowded shopping streets at over 30mph.

Let’s not go too far – most drivers are considerate and courteous; it is a minority who appear to consider the pedestrian an inferior species.

Much greater courtesy is extended on non-major roads if a driver even senses that you might be about to cross.

Wake up, drivers. Being in that metal box is no excuse for bad behaviour.

Mr and Mrs Hopewell Knutsford