Nine miles of tailbacks are being caused after a smash on the M8.

The collision happened at junction 15 near Townhead, Glasgow.

Police closed lane one on Friday after a barrier was damaged in the crash.

Huge eastbound delays are being caused, with traffic as far back as junction 27 Paisley, Renfrewshire.

A man has been taken to hospital with minor injuries following the two-car smash at 9.15pm on Thursday.

Drivers are advised to avoid the area.