Highways England says that delays on the A12 near Colchester this morning are easing after lanes were cleared on the road.

The collision, between a motorbike and a car, took place on the A12 Londonbound.

One lane of the road is now closed between J26 or Eight Ash Green and J25 for Marks Tey and the A120.

Traffic is thought to be back towards the Ardleigh Crown Interchange.

Highways England said: “All lanes are clear on the A12 near Colchester between A1124 and A120 southbound following a collision.

“Delays are clearing quickly.”