By Jim Scott
Cars are seen parked outside the garage on double-yellow lines Pictures: CONTRIBUTOR FURIOUS residents have hit back at a council s refusal to prevent a string of cars blocking part of the A690 outside a North-East garage on an almost daily basis. Residents living on Durham Road in Sunderland have escalated their complaint to the ombudsman following what they say is an embarrassing response from Sunderland City Council. The Local Government Ombudsman has since confirmed it has received a complaint, while the council has said it is working with the police to address concerns and a more long-term solution.