DRIVERS heading westbound along the A31 in the New Forest are to expect delays off up toi 30 minutes following a crash near Ringwood. 

One lane was closed on the westbound carriageway of the A31 from the Picket Post turn-off to the Poulner turn-off at 4pm today.

The incident has caused major tailbacks on the road.

Hampshire Police have been contacted for information.

More follows.