FIREFIGHTERS from Oxford found themselves in a tight squeeze after a callout and were delayed by bad parking.

Crews from Rewley Road were on their way back from an incident when they were met with vehicles parked on double yellows and opposite junctions, making it difficult to get to the fire station.

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A spokesperson for the crew said: "Last week following the conclusion of an incident, our fire appliance was delayed in resuming our duties due to cars parking on double yellows and opposite junctions.

"We appreciate parking in the city can be difficult but please be considerate for emergency access."

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