Last night the Corporation of Hamilton sought to clarify the access status of Washington Street next to the Central Bus Terminal.

Three weeks ago bus drivers dropped their work to rule believing concerns raised over the safety of backing up while cars and bikes used the street as a throughway were being addressed.

In a press release on Tuesday, the Department of Public Transportation stated that all vehicular traffic would be banned from entering the terminal from either Church Street or Victoria Street. However, according to a statement received yesterday from the Corporation of Hamilton the road is not for buses only.

A spokesperson for the Corporation said: "The Corporation of Hamilton wishes to advise the public that Washington Street is a "No Through Road"; however, it is not restricted to buses only."

Clarifying the access issue further the Corporation revealed that the only vehicles allowed entry for the private car park, loading zones and 15 minute drop-off points, would be those servicing, dropping off or picking up from Washington Street businesses.

Motorists should not enter Washington Street for any other reason. Hamilton Mayor, Sutherland J. Madeiros said: "The Corporation will continue to work to resolve traffic issues relating to the bus terminal.

"We have always taken the view that enforcing the existing traffic regulations would substantially improve conditions for the Department of Public Transportation (DPT) staff and the general public while still allowing access to the private car park and deliveries for Washington Street businesses.

"Proper monitoring of access has greatly improved the situation and we extend our appreciation to the Bermuda Industrial Union (BIU), DPT and Police Commissioner for their co-operation".