Residents have protested outside a Bradford primary school against a temporary car park, which they say could put children’s lives in danger.

Residents of Myers Lane, in Bolton, believe the car park for 40 teachers at Grove House Primary School would put too much strain on the road which they say already struggles with the volume of traffic.

It will replace the staff car park at Grove House so builders can access Hanson School.

Howard Asquith, 53, of Myers Lane, said: “At present you can barely get two cars past because it is the narrowest part of the road.

“We think it’s going to create not just problems for the residents, it’s going to create traffic problems and possible safety concerns for the children. We want them to look at other options that will be suitable for all of us who live down there.”

The Hodgson Fold and Myers Lane Residents Action group has proposed extending the road around the back of Grove House School instead and excavating a bank to create a permanent parking area.

Kath Tunstall, Bradford Council’s strategic director of services to children and young people, said: “All options have been assessed and this one is the most feasible and cost effective.

“Access to the building site will be kept separate from the primary school and the contractors will keep disruption to a minimum.

“We are keen to talk to residents with the contractors to help manage the inconvenience.”

Councillor Margaret Chadwick (Lib Dem, Bolton and Undercliffe) said: “I know it’s a disturbance for them and I know it sounds a long time, but I can only stress that it’s not something that has been taken lightly.”