A SECTION of the A590 has closed both ways due to roadworks. 

From the Crookland Roundabout on the A65 to the M6, Junction 36, Kirkby Lonsdale the road is shut due while resurfacing works take place. 

There will be no access to or from the M6 from Kirkby Lonsdale. 

However, you are able to access from the Kendal side. 

The road will be shut until 6pm today.