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Edinburgh Live
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Lee Dalgetty

West Lothian smash leads to severe delays and partial blocks on M8

A collision on the M8 has caused heavy traffic, with partial blocks in place.

Traffic Scotland confirmed the westbound section of lane 2 at Junction 3A was blocked, with traffic heavy on the approach. Drivers could expect severe delays on their travel.

In a tweet, Traffic Scotland said: "Lane 2 blocked westbound at Junction 3A due to a collision.

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"Traffic heavy on the approach from Junction 2 with approx 50 minute delay."

Citylink buses also said passengers could expect delays on all 900 and AIR services. They tweeted: "SERVICE ALERT: We are sorry to say that due to a road traffic incident on the M8 between J3a and J4 westbound, all 900 and AIR services will be subject to delays. Updates to follow."

Details on the collision are currently unknown.

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