Railway barriers at Pitsea station are stuck down, commuters are being warned.

The barriers, which are on Pitsea Hall Lane, were first reported to be stuck in the down position at around 7.26am this morning.

Engineers are aware and are en route to the site to help resolve the issue.

Drivers can expect delays and should avoid the route where possible.

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Basildon Council have issued a warning to inform locals that there is currently no access to Wat Tyler Country Park and the Recycling Centre as a result of the incident.

UPDATE:

The incident has now been cleared.