Commuters faced significant disruption on Monday morning after an overnight collision forced the closure of a major motorway section in Renfrewshire.
Police reported a crash at approximately 23:45 on Sunday between junction 29 near Paisley and junction 30, situated just west of Glasgow Airport. The incident led to the M8 being shut in both directions while emergency services attended the scene.
What routes are affected?
The closure spans the section between junctions 29 and 30, creating substantial tailbacks for eastbound traffic. Drivers have been advised to seek alternative routes, with many diverting via the Erskine Bridge or using smaller roads through Erskine to bypass the affected area. The disruption poses particular challenges for those travelling to Glasgow Airport, where queues could result in significant delays for passengers.
What is the current situation?
Emergency teams remained in attendance at the scene on Monday morning as recovery and investigation work continued. Motorists were urged to avoid the area and plan journeys using alternative routes to minimise disruption to their travel plans.
