Panic at pumps as Rotherham drivers queue for fuel

POLICE have urged calm over fuel as panicking motorists rush to buy petrol.

Drivers have been queueing at fuel stations in Rotherham ahead of a potential strike by tankers.

Temporary assistant Chf Con Bob Sanderson said: “As the Government have already advised, a strike is not imminent.

“The unions would have to give seven days' notice of any strike, so there is no need to queue to buy petrol.

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“We agree that people should take sensible precautions, such as topping up their fuel tanks and using their vehicles economically.

“And if you do find a large queue at a petrol station, then please move onto the next available garage to prevent any road safety issues.”

Police assured the public that their own fuel stock would mean normal service for emergency response during any strike period.