A gas leak on the A726 road near Strathaven has led to its closure, with no quick reopening expected.

The A726 road between Chapelton and Coldstream Road in Strathaven, South Lanarkshire, has been closed due to a gas leak reported around 3 pm. Police Scotland say the road will likely remain closed for an extended period, with local diversions in place. Gas supplier SGN is working to fix the leak and plans to install a three-way traffic light system once the road reopens.