Colchester's car ban started today.

From 11am to 6pm, only buses, taxis, motorbikes and cyclists were allowed to use the High Street.

However, early indications suggest a lot of motorists were not aware of the restrictions or were wilfully ignoring them.

Lyn Barton, councillor responsible for renaissance, said: “It is going to be an adjustment and it needs time for everyone to get used to it."

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