Motorists are being warned to expect delays and allow extra time to travel this afternoon as part of the Dartford Crossing was closed due a broken down HGV.

Highways England have confirmed the west tunnel for (A282) Dartford Crossing was closed due to a broken down HGV for at least two hours.

The east tunnel remained open however there are severe delays on the approach back to J3 (Swanley) of the M25 anti-clockwise.

Road users are advised to expect delays and to allow extra time for their journeys.