There were traffic delays eastbound on the A590 from Cartmel Lane (Lindale) to B5277 (Meathop Roundabout, Meathop) after a crash this morning.

The road was closed from around 6.35am but all lanes re-opened at 7.30am.

Delays affected traffic between Newby Bridge and Levens, and Stagecoach service SH6. However, traffic is now said to be moving normally.

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It is understood a collision happened on the eastbound carriageway heading down the hill.