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The M8 is currently closed in both directions due to a man lying on top of one of the motorway signs.

Cars are being forced to turn back which is set to cause chaos for rush-hour traffic.

Police have confirmed the ongoing incident after the man was spotted on the gantry at Junction 26 at Cardonald.

Traffic Scotland has been warning commuters of lengthy delays.

We will have more on this breaking news story as we get it.

UPDATE 5.19pm - The motorway has been reopened but drivers are being warned to expect delays.