Police are advising motorists to avoid if possible the area around Plumgarths roundabout, on the A591 near Kendal.

Officers were called at 1.36pm today to a two-vehicle collision at the roundabout.

The collision involved a car and a van.

One person was taken to hospital following the collision.

Significant tailbacks have built up following the collision - and motorists are asked to seek alternative routes if possible.