Emergency traffic lights have been put in place on a main road on Portland due to a gas leak.

There are likely to be delays on New Road as utility repair and maintenance works take place due to the gas company fixing a gas leak.

The lights were put in place today (February 16) and could last until February 23.

A spokesperson for Dorset Council spokesperson: "We have been made aware of emergency signals on New Road, Portland due to SGN Gas repairing a gas leak. Please be aware of delays in the area."

SGN Gas has been contacted for more information.