Lane closure causes lengthy delays on Forth Road Bridge

Commuters on the Forth Road Bridge faced lengthy delays following an accident heading southbound.

By The Newsroom

Published 7th Jun 2017, 08:11 BST

Updated 7th Jun 2017, 08:18 BST

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There have been significant delays on the bridge this morning. Picture; Scott Louden.

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An accident closed one lane heading southbound with recovery taking just over half an hour.

It is understood that all lanes on the bridge have reopened.

Traffic remains heavy following the incident with traffic moving slowly from Halbeath.

Drivers have been urged to plan ahead.

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