A driver was uninjured after their vehicle collided with a lamppost near Watford town centre.

The slip road connecting Stephenson Way and Waterfields Way is currently closed following the crash which happened at 2.50pm.

A police spokeswoman said: "Police were called at 2.50pm today to reports of a collision in Waterfields Way at the junction with Stephenson Way.

"A grey Vauxhall Corsa was in collision with a hedge and lamppost.

"The ambulance service was called and the driver was examined and found to be uninjured.

"Recovery is being arranged and officers remain at the scene.

"Highways have put a road closure on the slip road while the incident is dealt with. Motorists are advised to avoid the area."

Traffic is heavy in Stephenson Way from the Colonial Way roundabout to the closure.

There is no confirmation of when the slip road will reopen.

It is also busy in the opposite direction in Stephenson Way out of town to the M1.