OVER an hour's worth of delays have been reported around Worcestershire Royal Hospital.

Gridlocked traffic around the hospital is causing major delays for commuters and visitors.

First Worcester said its services are facing delays of up to an hour, and passengers should board at Newton Road where possible.

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One person stuck in traffic around the area said they had been at a standstill for two hours.

A spokesperson for First Worcester said: "Due to gridlocked traffic around the hospital grounds, services are currently facing delays of up to 1 hour.

"Passengers are advised to board at Newton Road where possible.

"We apologise for any inconvenience caused."