A ROAD sweeper has overturned on the A303, with all lanes closed, causing delays this afternoon (Monday).

The vehicle has tipped on the eastbound carriageway between the A343 for Salisbury and A3057 for Stockbridge. 

A tweet from Basingstoke Police said that all lanes will be closed for around two hours to allow for recovery.

Drivers are advised to avoid the area which emergency services deal with the incident.

According to Highways England the accident is not expected to clear until 6.30pm.