DELAYS are expected close to the Black Country Living Museum following a collision at a busy junction.

The accident happened at the junction of Tipton Road and the Birmingham New Road this afternoon (July 9).

A diversion route is in place to Burnt Tree, with delays of up to 40 minutes expected, while Tipton Road is blocked while the vehicles are recovered.

It is not yet known if anybody was injured in the smash.

Bus routes on the road have also been affected, with the number 11 and 11A buses following a diversion into the town centre.

West Midlands Police have been contacted for more information.