While most people endure these moments with frustration, for others, they spell opportunity. Amid the chaos and noise, street vendors weave through the gridlock, calling out to potential buyers and ...

But the delays have seen motorists try alternatives - and have been caught up in gridlock on Lichfield Street. Emergency gas works are being carried out by Cadent - and it could last until December 5.

The comments were made by the deputy leader of Northumberland County Council in a discussion around "gridlock" in the town. The town is beset by large queues at peak times which have been ...