A1 closed between Stamford and Grantham following chemical tanker crash - LIVE UPDATES

The A1 was closed Lincolnshire this morning near Stamford after a tanker overturned, which was carrying a hazardous chemical.
The scene of the crash on the A1: Photo: Highways EnglandThe scene of the crash on the A1: Photo: Highways England
The scene of the crash on the A1: Photo: Highways England

There were lengthy diversions in place and the road was closed for several hours while specialist recovery takes place. It has now reopened at of 4.45pm.