Edinburgh traffic: Severe delays after crash on M8 near Livingston as police advise drivers to avoid the area

Drivers on the M8 near Livingston are facing ‘severe delays’ following a road traffic accident. The incident was reported shortly after 10.10pm and police have advised drivers to avoid the area at this time. 

Traffic Scotland said: “The M8 westbound is closed at Junction 3 due to a road traffic incident. Road users are advised to use an alternative route and expect longer than normal journey times.”

The M8 is closed in both directions at Junction 3 following a road traffic accident | Traffic Scotland

The AA are reporting delays of around 20 minutes and the average speed in 5mph in the area. The AA said: “All lanes stopped and stationary traffic due to crash on M8 Westbound from J3 A899 Livingston Road (Livingston) to J3A A779 (Bathgate).

Writing on X, Police Scotland said: “The M8 is closed in both directions between Junction 3 and Junction 3a. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes.”