DEVON and Cornwall Police have confirmed there is ‘no fuel shortage in either county’ and are appealing to motorist to not panic buy fuel.

A spokesperson posted to Twitter: “Please don’t panic buy fuel. Communities in Devon and Cornwall are being reminded that there is no fuel shortage in either county — and there is no need to panic buy.

“Concerns about a shortage of fuel have led to an increase in the number of motorists visiting filling stations.

“This has caused queues and congestion on some roads, which can cause delays to other motorists and have an impact on critical and emergency services.

“The current situation will not impact on the service Devon and Cornwall Police provides to our communities.

“We are calling for the public to behave sensibly and not panic buy.”