Road closed in both directions after incident near recycling centre 

Police have closed a busy road near Lochgilphead in both directions following a road traffic incident.

Traffic Scotland reported that the A83 was shut in both directions between Castleton and Lochgilphead at 9.55am on Tuesday.

The incident is understood to have involved a lorry near a recycling centre.

Emergency services remain on the scene.

Drivers are advised to use an alternative route and expect delays, with traffic being diverted via Oban.

Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.

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