Forth Road Bridge closed in both directions after police called to concern for person

A major route in Edinburgh has been closed for hours due to a police incident.

Officers were called to the Forth Road Bridge at around 9.30am this morning following reports of concern for a person. Traffic Scotland’s latest update shortly after 3pm said the road was still closed in both directions with drivers still being urged to avoid the area.

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The Forth Road Bridge is closed in both directions | Traffic Scotland

Traffic Scotland said those using the Forth Road Bridge are ‘advised to use the Queensferry Crossing at this time due to a police incident’.

And despite delays, the AA Route Planner said traffic is ‘coping well’ in the area.

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