Live updates as road closure just off M4 near Newport causes significant delays

Traffic is building on busy routes around Newport due to a road closure in Malpas Road. The road, which is just off the M4, was completely closed late on Tuesday evening due to a serious collision.

A spokesperson for Gwent Police said emergency services were at the scene and asked the public to avoid the area. The road has partially re-opened, but a closure is still in place between Budget Vets and Montgomery Road.

"Diversions are in place which may cause congestion," the force said. For the biggest stories in Wales first, sign up to our daily newsletter here

There are currently delays on Malpas Road as well as long queues on the A4042 as drivers try to avoid the collision.

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