There are delays to traffic in Bridport this afternoon due to a broken down vehicle.

The A35 Sea Road South in Bridport is partially blocked and traffic is queuing in the area. 

This is due to a broken down vehicle at Crock Lane and Pasture Lane.

According to the AA Route Planner there are delays of nine minutes on East Road on the eastbound carriage way between the A35 and Warne Hill with an average speed of 10mph.

There are also delays of nine minutes on the A35 westbound carriageway between the A35 and B3157 Burton Road at the Crown roundabout, again the average speed is 10mph.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area at this time and find alternative routes if possible.