TRAFFIC snarl-ups are being reported across Worcester this evening.

As well as hold-ups in New Road, where two lanes have been closed due to flood alleviation work, queueing traffic has been reported in Barbourne Road, City Walls Road, Deansway, Hylton Road, Newtown Road Bromyard and Rainbow Hill.

The AA449 Ombersley Road in Claines and the A38 at Fernhill Heath are also reported to be at a standstill.