Major Midlothian road closed due to two-car collision in Dalkeith now re-open
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Newbattle Road at Eskbank in Dalkeith, was closed between the Justinlees roundabout and Abbey Road following a two vehicle crash that happened at around 2.40pm on Tuesday, January 21.


Emergency services attended and road users were asked to avoid the area. This sudden road closure had a knock-on effect to surrounding areas, particularly with the road so close to the Sheriffhall Roundabout.
The road was re-opened shortly after 7pm on Tuesday, with police thanking the public for their patience.
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