A jack-knifed lorry on the coastbound carriageway of the M20 near Ashford. Picture: Gary Browne

A jack-knifed lorry has caused long delays for motorists on the M20 this morning.

The HGV blocked the hard shoulder and inside lane of the coastbound carriageway near J9 for Ashford.

It happened at about 9.30am and left traffic snaking back towards J8 for Leeds Castle.

Drivers faced delays of around 30 minutes while Kent Highways officers cleared the scene.

The lanes were re-opened at about 11.30am.