The M27 has been closed eastbound in Hampshire following a serious collision involving a motorcycle, with motorists facing delays of up to 90 minutes.

Emergency services were called to the motorway shortly before 6.45am on Friday, October 16, after a serious collision.

National Highways said the incident initially led to the eastbound carriageway being closed at Junction 11 near Fareham, but the closure was later extended to cover the stretch between Junction 9 at Whiteley and Junction 12 at Portsmouth.

Hampshire Roads Policing Unit said emergency services remained at the scene and urged drivers to use alternative routes.

National Highways confirmed the collision involved a motorcycle and said its traffic management teams were on scene assisting police. Plans were being made to release vehicles trapped within the closure.

Severe delays across Hampshire

The AA reported severe delays of around 89 minutes, with average speeds down to around five mph.

Congestion was reported back to Junction 9 and through Fareham, while lane three was also closed westbound, creating further queues. Pasted text

Delays were also affecting surrounding routes including the A27, A32 and A3, with disruption reported through Fareham, Titchfield, Portchester, Wickham and surrounding areas.

Drivers travelling eastbound were advised to leave the M27 at Junction 9 and follow the signed diversion via the A27 before rejoining the route towards Portsmouth.

Police and emergency services remain at the scene and the investigation is ongoing. Further details about the collision, including any injuries, have not yet been confirmed.