Glasgow's M74 closed northbound during rush hour as police called to medical matter

A major Glasgow motorway has closed during rush hour this morning after emergency services were called to a medical matter.

The M74 northbound at Hamilton Services on Junction Five has been closed by police.

It is understood police were called to an incident at around 7.30am.

Motorists are being advised to avoid the area and use an alternative route.

There is currently an approximate 10 minute delay on the approach.

The nature of the police incident was previously not known but it has now been confirmed police have been called to a medical matter.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “A closure is in place on the off slip of the M74 at junction 5 north bound, Hamilton Services, due to a medical matter, which was reported around 6.55am on Monday, November 10. A diversion is in place.”

Motorists are being advised to use an alternative route. | Traffic Scotland

At 8am, Traffic Scotland posted an update on social media that read: “M74 Junction 5 Hamilton Services Northbound Junction 5 Off-Slip is CLOSED due to a police incident.

“Police are at scene.

“Please #AvoidTheArea and #UseAltRoute at this time. Approx 10 minute delay on the approach.”