UPDATE: Overturned lorry causes severe delays on A34

An overturned lorry is currently causing severe delays on the A34 southbound near Burghclere.

Both southbound lanes are closed on the A road between its junctions with the A343 and A303 while recovery operators attempt to clear the way.

The closure is expected to remain in place until at least 7pm.

Normal traffic conditions are expected to return between 8pm and 8.15pm.

Road users are advised to the follow a diversion route which is signed by the solid triangle diversion symbol, visible on local road signs.

The lorry was involved in a collision at approximately 1.42pm this afternoon.

newburytoday will keep you updated on this story as it happens.