Traffic ScotlandDrivers travelling on the A720 have faced major disruption after two incidents during rush hour.
The major trunk road was restricted eastbound between Baberton and Dreghorn from 7.15am due to a collision.
Disruption continued for over an hour with drivers warned of delays of up to an hour and a half with traffic trailing back from the M8 at Livingston.
All lanes were reopened around 9am with Traffic Scotland describing the road as “extremely busy”.
Just half an hour later, a broken down vehicle was reported on the westbound carriageway causing restrictions.
Sharing on social media, Traffic Scotland said: “Traffic remains heavy following the earlier collision on the Eastbound carriageway.”
Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.
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