Update: Motorists urged to avoid busy M80 due to police incident

The M80 had been shut to all traffic southbound from junction seven near Haggs, from early this morning due to a report of concern for a person.

It is understood that the incident has been ongoing since around 2am but reopened around 10am.

However, there remains long delays for motorists.

Traffic Scotland has reported long delays on journeys between Falkirk and Glasgow and heavy congestion in the surrounding area.

Drivers going southbound from the M876 have been warned of delays of up to 87 minutes, and those travelling southbound from the M9 could face 95 minute waits.