29/08/2014

Bus And Tram Collision Causes Traffic Delays

Police in Edinburgh are warning of major delays following a collision between a bus and a tram during the morning rush hour.

It is understood a bus collided with a tram on West Maitland Street at about 07:45 this morning.

Police said no-one was injured in the accident. Arrangements are being made to have the damaged tram removed.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area.

(MH/CD)

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