A broken down coach is causing delays on roads in Lowestoft this afternoon.

The coach, which was carrying passengers at the time, broke down shortly after 3pm today (Monday, February 25).

Suffolk Police were called at 3.10pm to Bloodmoor Road, at the junction of Stradbroke Road.

The coach was heading northbound, and traffic was blocked while the coach was recovered.

Recovery teams are currently at the scene dealing with a diesel spill following the breakdown.

Traffic is heavy in the area, with delays reported.