Northern Ireland

Road closure in Banbridge after crash

The northbound lane of the A1 was closed after the incident on Thursday

Four Irish League footballers were involved in a four-vehicle crash in Co Down while on their way to a match on Saturday afternoon
Diversions are in place on the A1 northbound in Banbridge. (Niall Carson/PA)

A road closure remains in place following a crash in Banbridge on Thursday.

The A1 northbound lane is closed near the Halfway Road with diversions in place.

Police have encouraged drivers to seek alternative routes for their journey.