The Forth Road Bridge has reopened after a five hour closure this morning.
The bridge was shut to traffic in both directions after a report of concern for a person was made.
A spokesperson for Police Scotland Edinburgh posted to X:
"The Forth Road Bridge re-opened around 3.45pm on Tuesday, 5 August, 2025 after being closed for several hours."
The force had previously posted:
"The Forth Road Bridge is closed in both directions after a report of concern for a person around 9.30am on Tuesday, 5 August, 2025. Motorists should avoid the area."
Traffic Scotland said: "The A9000 Forth Road Bridge is closed in both directions due to an on going police incident. Road users are advised to use an alternative route and allow extra time for their journey."
As of 3.05 PM, Traffic Scotland added: "Users of the Forth Road Bridge are advised to use the Queensferry Crossing at this time due to a police incident. Further updates as we get them."
The bridge was shut for several hours on 25 July, after ten members of Greenpeace abseiled from the structure with 'plastics treaty now' banners.
The protest was aimed at chemicals giant INEOS, which is opposing efforts by the UN to launch a Global Plastics Treaty.
Police Scotland said in a statement: "Five men, aged between 35 and 40, and five women, aged between 25 and 42, were arrested in connection and further enquiries are ongoing."
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