PARKED cars on the A5 in Snowdonia have been towed away as authorities clamp down on "inconsiderate" parking in the area. 

North Wales Police warned motorists on Saturday morning that numerous vehicles that have parked "dangerously and inconsiderately" causing traffic issues on the A5 in the Nant Francon area, particularly by Ogwen Lake.

Police issued a subsequent update to say a number of vehicles have now been removed by traffic officers as they were deemed to be a danger to other road users.

The force thanked those who have parked "sensibly and considerately".