The Scottish First Minister said Nigel Farage’s party was contributing to the undermining of ‘some of the central values of our society’.

The motorway is closed between Junction 33 and Junction 34 in both directions after the incident, with police currently in attendance.

Shane Lowry confirmed he will partner McIlroy once again for the team event in Lousiana, which they won last year in a play-off.

The Pope toured St Peter’s Square in his popemobile on Sunday, as Christians worldwide lit candles and celebrated Easter.