Rush-hour drivers warned of delays after crash on Edinburgh City Bypass

Drivers are still facing delays on the Edinburgh City Bypass two hours after a crash saw one lane of the major road closed.

The incident occured on the A720 eastbound lane near Lothianburn at around 3.55pm on Wednesday afternoon (May 6).

One lane was has been closed following the collision, with drivers advised to allow extra time for travel.

Drivers are being warned of heavy congestion on the A720 Edinburgh City Bypass in the eastbound direction following a crash earlier this afternoon. | Traffic Scotland

Drivers travelling eastbound are facing delays of 24 minutes between the Dreghorn junction and Hermiston Gait.

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Traffic Scotland said in its latest update: “ The earlier road traffic collision on the #A720 EB at the Lothianburn Junction has now cleared; however, congestion remains. Extra travel time is advised as you will have delays.”

Police Scotland and Scottish Ambulance Service have both been reached for comment.