Crash causes chaos on M8 in both directions with lanes restricted

Traffic Scotland issued an alert after the collision at 9.59am on Wednesday.

Crash causes chaos on M8 in both directions with lanes restricted between Glasgow and Edinburgh iStock

The M8 is restricted in both directions after a crash east of Glasgow, leading to major delays for commuters.

Police were called to the scene between junctions five and six of the motorway, at Kirk of Shotts, on Wednesday morning.

Traffic Scotland issued an alert after the collision at 9.59am.

Queues of traffic built up with delays of up to 40 minutes westbound and 17 minutes eastwards.

Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.

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