A SET of temporary traffic lights are causing delays in Newton Abbot today, Tuesday, September 9.

The two-way lights along Kingsteignton Road have caused long tailbacks on the approach to Balls Corner this morning.

Work to cut back overgrown trees along the stretch of the Newton Abbot road has been taking place.

According to Devon County Council's interactive roadworks map, traffic control will in place until Friday, September 12.

However, work could be completed ahead of schedule.