Cudworth Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT) are warning motorists that £80 fines are imminent for those who continue to park their vehicles on the double yellow lines and footpath outside of Sainsbury’s, Two Gates Way, Shafton.

Despite a car park available at the rear of the store, local residents are still reporting that many drivers are continuing to park on the footpath, causing an obstruction for other drivers who try to get past.

BMBC recently painted double yellow lines in the area to stop motorists from parking on the road. However, since then some vehicles are now being parked on the footpath making it difficult for wheelchairs and prams to get by, sometimes meaning that residents are forced to walk on the road.

In the last two weeks, five people have been given a £30 fine for causing an obstruction and police warn that other motorists could even face an £80 fine if they park in a dangerous manner.

 PCSO Supervisor Lee Lucas said: “Cudworth SNT will continue to deal with drivers who cause obstruction or park in a dangerous manner particularly around the Two Gates Way area. The activity is unnecessary as there is a designated car park behind the store, specifically made for Sainsbury’s customers.”