MOTORISTS are facing rush-hour delays after a motorway crash.

The collision happened on the M27 eastbound between junction seven and junction eight at about 7.30am.

Traffic is building in the area on both sides of the motorway and one lane of the eastbound road is blocked.

Anyone with information on the crash can contact police on 101.

UPDATE 8.20AM: All lanes of the motorway are now clear but traffic remains in the area.