Patriotic Street car park. Picture: JON GUEGAN. (34529255)

TWO new parking bays for disabled drivers will be introduced in Patriotic Street car park next month.

The five current designated bays at the top of the ramp outside the Outpatient Department at the Hospital will be reconfigured, with three larger bays remaining in this area to allow easier access for blue badge holders.

The two new bays will have a two-hour parking limit.

The changes have been made with the aim of making the ramp safer to use. It is a popular drop-off point and is used continually by ambulance transport vehicles, taxis and private cars.