Cars trapped in Chichester's Dunelm car park due to severe traffic

A number of motorists complained on social media that after a visit to Dunelm yesterday (Monday, November 8) they were trapped in the car park for more than an hour.

Traffic is still slow and queuing on the A285 this morning.

In June this year pregnant women, vulnerable pensioners and key workers were left trapped in the same car park for more than four hours due to severe gridlock.

A number of residents have spoken out about ongoing traffic issues around the city.

One said: “[I] never bother going there anymore just not worth the hassle.”

Others suggested the issues have been exacerbated by continuing works at the Oving traffic lights and ongoing roadworks on Westhampnett Road

which saw two-way traffic signals installed on Monday (October 31).

Road works are causing ‘total chaos’ on major route into Chichester