M62 protest: Drivers arrive on M62 for 'slow moving' protest as police on scene block road

Drivers have arrived at an M62 service station as they prepare for a 'slow moving' protest.

By Daniel Sheridan

Published 4th Jul 2022, 07:31 BST

Updated 4th Jul 2022, 07:41 BST

Police blocked off a portion of the road while they reason with protestors.

The protesters are calling for a cut on fuel duty.

Demonstrations are expected to take place across the country.

Drivers have arrived at an M62 service station as they prepare for a 'slow moving' protest.
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West Yorkshire Police told the YEP a 'small number' had arrived in West Yorkshire.

They are currently at Ferrybridge services in Pontefract.

Police said there was currently "no disruption" to the motorway network.

A police spokesperson said: "Police are speaking with a small group of protestors at Ferrybridge services and there is currently no disruption to the motorway network."

More to follow.

Drivers M62 Police West Yorkshire Police West Yorkshire

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