THE A68 south of the Carter Bar has reopened to traffic following a 'serious injury collision' earlier this morning.

Emergency services were called to the A68 just north of Rochester in Northumberland before 7.30am after a report of a crash between a car and a HGV.

The incident closed the road in both directions between Scotland and England for nearly nine hours.

Northumbria Police have thanked drivers for their patience and understanding.