A1 closed near Scotland-England border following two-vehicle crash
Last updated 24th May 2024
The A1 has been closed in both directions at Berwick following a two-vehicle crash.
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital with serious injuries, following the collision near Berwick.
An air ambulance was called out just before midday.
A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “Emergency services attended the scene and the motorbike rider was taken to hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries.
“The driver of the car remained at the scene and is assisting officers with their enquiries.
“The road was temporarily closed but has since reopened.”
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It affected traffic between Scremerston and the East Ord roundabout on the cross-border route.
One eyewitness said: "Someone's been knocked off their motorbike."
Another added: "Still long hold ups, air ambulance in attendance."
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