THERE was slow traffic for miles after a three-vehicle crash on the A27 this morning.

One lane was closed after the collision involving a van and two cars on the A27 eastbound between the A259 Havant Road (Emsworth Junction) and A259 Cathedral Way (Fishbourne Roundabout).

Traffic was reported to be queuing for three miles according to the AA, and there were 20 minute delays reported westbound.

The lane has since been reopened and no serious injuries were reported. 

Sussex Police said: "Police were called to the A27 at Hambrook shortly before 8am to reports of a collision involving a van and two cars.

"One person suffered a minor injury.

"One lane of the eastbound carriageway was closed while the vehicles were recovered, but has since reopened."