DAVENHAM PCSO Tom McDermott has kick-started a crackdown on illegal parkers.

Over the past few months drivers have been using the bus stop outside the village Post Office as a parking bay, causing problems for other road users.

He said: “The problem was highlighted a while ago and, following some work with local people, seemed to be resolved. Sadly it seems the message didn’t quite get through.

“Inconsiderate and illegal parking can create dangerous situations for other road users and pedestrians.

“I will be out and about in the village in the coming weeks and will not hesitate to issues fixed penalty notices to anyone who breaks parking regulations.”