Part of the A35 is currently closed due to a crash. 

Emergency services were called to a two-vehicle collision near Bridport, close to the Shipton Lane junction, shortly before 1.15pm this afternoon. 

Bournemouth Echo:

Picture: Graham Hunt Photography

Police are currently at the scene, along with the ambulance service, and road closures have been put in place.

Traffic has been at a standstill for more than 20 minutes and drivers are being advised to find alternative routes. 

Bournemouth Echo:

Picture: Graham Hunt Photography

According to Dorset Police, there are not believed to be any serious injuries and recovery for the vehicles is being arranged.

The local authority has been called to deal with an oil spillage.