A chara, - I wish to correct a point of information in Sylvia Thompson's article "The right to roam" (April 3rd). Ms Thompson lists Cloghane, Co Kerry, as one of the locations where "walkers feel their access has been unnecessarily limited".
In fact, the community in Cloghane and Brandon, with the total co-operation of the landowners, has laid out some of the finest walking routes, and has published an accompanying bilingual guidebook with information on the archaeology, geology, flora/fauna to be seen on each route.
Over 50 landowners were consulted for access to their lands during the process, and there were no refusals. The community group provided stiles over fences and signs where appropriate. The example set in the Cloghane and Brandon region of the Dingle Peninsula could be used in all upland regions to ensure that groups who live on and use the uplands can share these wonderful places.
Contrary to the impression given by Ms Thompson, the local community of Cloghane and Brandon has set the standard in ensuring access to the uplands, without trampling on anybody's toes. - Is mise, Micheal O Coilleain,
Holyground, Dingle, Co Kerry.