P. La Planch asks for a 25 per cent reliability and punctuality improvement in the New Year to match the 25 per cent increase in the CentreFare (Opinion, December 13).

If the 25 per cent reduction in bus fares from outer residential areas leads to a 25 per cent cut in traffic we might stand a fighting chance.

We will continue to do our best despite worsening traffic congestion and obstructive parking.

-Roger French, Managing Director, Brighton & Hove Bus and Coach Company