More than a thousand protesters caused traffic chaos by driving 30mph down the A1 as drivers took a stand against soaring fuel costs.
The 'go slow' protest saw a steady convoy of cars crawl at around 30mph on the A1 during Friday rush hour. Setting off from Stannington Services at 3.30pm, the convoy headed towards Wetherby Services where they met another convoy heading in the opposite direction before turning back.
Durham Constabulary warned drivers not to drive on the hard shoulder to get past the stream of vehicles reminding drivers that unless they’re in an emergency situation, or directed by police it's an offence. Photos from the protest showed a steady stream of vehicles some with signs saying 'Fuel protest'.
