Motorists facing long delays as crash on city bypass brings traffic to a halt

Drivers on the A720 are facing long delays after what is understood to be a crash on the Edinburgh city bypass caused huge tailbacks. Police Scotland are yet to confirm the nature of the incident.

Pictures from Traffic Scotland’s traffic cameras show long lines forming on the busy road.

Pictures from Traffic Scotland's cameras show lengthy tailbacks on the bypass | Traffic Scotland

placeholder image — Pictures from Traffic Scotland's cameras show lengthy tailbacks on the bypass | Traffic Scotland

Last updated at around 11.30am, a warning on the AA Route Planner service reads: “Severe delays of 18 minutes and delays increasing on A720 Edinburgh City Bypass Westbound between Lasswade Road and Dreghorn Link (Dreghorn Junction). Average speed five mph.”

Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.

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