SLOW-moving traffic in Powick is causing major delays for commuters.

According to the AA Traffic Checker, slow-moving traffic on the A449 Malvern Road in the construction area is causing delays.

Two-way lights are in place to facilitate works to replace existing speed limit signs according to One.network.

The previous signs had both been damaged leaving no indication of the speed limit in the area.

The work began at 9.30am and is set to last until 3.30pm.

READ MORE: Malvern Road crash in Powick sees five people hurt

Malvern Road recently saw five people hurt following a multiple-vehicle crash.

Two vans and two cars were involved in a crash on Malvern Road on Tuesday, August 16,  in front of the Skoda dealership.

There were a total of five casualties, with four described as 'walking wounded' and one woman requiring further medical attention at Worcestershire Royal Hospital.