Roadworks in Sheffield have reportedly caused severe disruption for taxi drivers and people travelling to hospital appointments. The issue matters because delays and restricted access can affect drivers’ earnings and may make it harder for patients, including those with limited mobility, to reach care on time.

The report highlights concerns that diversions and congestion are creating difficult journeys around hospital routes, with taxis caught in lengthy queues. It frames the disruption as affecting both the local taxi trade and patients who depend on private-hire vehicles for transport.