A main route into a Co Down town has reopened following an earlier road traffic collision.
Police and emergency services were called to the Bryansford Road, Newcastle on Saturday afternoon following a report of a crash.
The road was closed in both directions for a number of hours this afternoon as a result.
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A PSNI spokesperson said this evening: "Bryansford Road, Newcastle has reopened following an earlier road traffic collision. Temporary traffic lights are in place and motorists may experience delays as a result."
Meanwhile, there are also a number of road closures in place in Belfast city centre this evening for the annual Christmas events.
Motorists are advised of road closures on Royal Avenue and Donegall Place and the knock-on traffic due to the event.
A police spokesperson said: "Police are advising road users that the Belfast City Council Christmas in Belfast opening night will be taking place in the City Centre tonight from 6pm to 9m.
"The event will include a Christmas procession through the city centre with local diversions and road closures in place from 6pm.
"The procession begins at 6pm and the route will include Union Street, North Street, Royal Avenue, Castle Place, Corn Market, Arthur Square, Castle Lane, Donegall Place, Royal Avenue, North Street and Union Street.
"If you are attending, please allow extra time for your journey. If you are not attending the event, please seek an alternative route."
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