I THINK it is about time that the comments section at the end of every article on The Northern Echo website is moderated.

Recent stories regarding Arriva have led to some of the most moronic comments to be left by a minority.

As an employee of Arriva it is hurtful to see people’s prejudices about Arriva staff on the web. I would like to say, and on behalf of my driving colleagues, that we are under continuous high standards of training, we value our employment and we take a great deal of pride in doing this difficult job, especially in the recent severe weather conditions.

Name supplied, Co Durham.