Police ask motorists to avoid Norse Road as funeral procession causes traffic disruption

It's expected to last for the rest of the afternoon
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Police are asking drivers to avoid Norse Road and the surrounding area of Bedford this afternoon (Wednesday) due to a funeral at the crematorium.

A spokesman said: "Disruption is expected for the reminder of the afternoon so please avoid the area and find alternate routes if you can.

"We are also aware of a number of incidents in the Bedford town centre area earlier today and we are investigating the circumstances surrounding them."