Westminster Bridge is closed in both directions due to an incident involving emergency services. The Metropolitan Police have confirmed that the incident is mental health-related and no injuries have occurred. The closure, first reported around 4:07am, has led to diversions for 12 bus routes, although traffic is managing well. Commuters expressed frustration over the disruption on social media, with reports of having to take longer routes to work due to the police cordon and diversions in place.
The AA said: "Bridge closed due to police incident on A302 Westminster Bridge both ways between A3211 Victoria Embankment and Lambeth Palace Road. Traffic is coping well. Detour in operation - for 12 bus routes."
Westminster Bridge has been closed in both directions at the junction of Westminster Bridge Road due to an emergency services incident. The Metropolitan Police have confirmed the incident is mental health-related, and that there have been no injuries.
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