Drivers heading to Sheffield tip face ‘dangerous tailbacks’ as cars overtake on wrong side of road

Safety fears have been sparked due to ‘dangerously long’ queues near a Sheffield tip which are causing cars to overtake on the wrong side of the road.
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Residents are becoming increasingly concerned about lengthy tailbacks outside the recycling centre on Blackstock Road in Gleadless Valley.

One sent footage of an impatient driver overtaking the huge queue this morning (Saturday, May 23), potentially putting others in danger.

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The worried resident said she had also seen drivers who did not want to wait turning around in the road.

Footage and pictures show long tailbacks  and traffic chaos at the centre.Footage and pictures show long tailbacks  and traffic chaos at the centre.
Footage and pictures show long tailbacks and traffic chaos at the centre.

Household waste recycling centres across the city do remain open- but only for ‘essential visits’ when residents are unable to store items safely at home.

The Blackstock Road centre, which is operated by Veolia, is open from Thursday to Tuesday.

The Star has contacted Sheffield City Council about the issue and is awaiting their response.

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