THE A68 is closed following a serious accident this afternoon (Monday).

The incident happened between the Ravenswood Roundabout and Earlston.

Border Telegraph:

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A Police Scotland spokesperson told the Border Telegraph: "We were called to the accident at around 4.15pm, half a mile north of the Ravenswood Roundbout.

"Two vehicles were involved in the road traffic collision.

"The Scottish Ambulance Service is in attendance."

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