A CRASH caused rush-hour delays on a Hampshire motorway.

The incident happened on the M3 northbound at junction 13, near Eastleigh, had blocked one lane of the carriageway. The lane was reopened at around 7.45am, with delays beginning to ease.

Traffic maps showed disruption on the M27 westbound and the link road with the M3, as well as the M3 itself.

There were reports of delays of around 45 minutes from junction 8 on the M27 as a result.

Drivers are advised to check their routes before travelling.