M27 closure: Major carriageway closed in Hampshire between Hedge End and Southampton after 'serious' crash

A major road in Hampshire has been closed to traffic following a serious collision. National Highways said M27 is closed westbound between Junction 7 in Hedge End and Junction 5 in Southampton due to the incident.

National Highways said in a statement posted on X: "Lane 4 (of 4) is closed on the eastbound carriageway. Emergency services are in attendance."

Motorists have been advised to use alternative routes as published on its website.