Motorists in Acton have today (November 15) been hit by traffic due to a broken down vehicle.

Two lanes have been closed on the A40 Western Avenue westbound in Acton after Gypsy Corner, reports the BBC .

The lanes were closed due to a broken down vehicle shortly after 12pm.

Motorists are facing queues to the A219 Wood Lane in White City, the BBC added.

BBC Travel tweeted to say: "Acton A40 has 2 lanes closed westbound after A4000 /Gypsy Corner bcs of a breakdown. Q's to A219 Wood Lane".

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