Sir – I refer to David Williams’ letter (June 11). I’m sure you miss the point David, where I think you will find local people do not object to anyone in a wheelchair playing tunefully on a “Penny Whistle” or similar, if the instrument is not amplified.

I am sure the council is trying to control these (which is getting out of hand on the streets of Oxford).

So-called musicians sometimes cannot sing and often cover with loud amplified instruments.

I understand the council has decided to put this on a hold at the moment while they observe further to reach a conclusion.

I think it “ a bit rich” for a person in your position as leader of Greens on the council to accuse the council of wanting a city without character, and without heart, in a city which already has these things going for it.

Peter Berry
Oxford