UK traffic updates as major motorway forced to close due to crash --[Reported by Umva mag]

The signal fault is forcing trains to run at a reduced speed, causing delays and potentially cancellations.

Oct 7, 2024 - 13:49
UK traffic updates as major motorway forced to close due to crash --[Reported by Umva mag]
M1 southbound
There are tailbacks on the M1 (Picture: National Highways)

A major motorway has been closed by National Highways officers after a collision.

The M1 has been closed southbound between junction 21a for Leicester and junction 21 for the M69 after the crash.

National Highways are asking drivers to be patient as ‘we’ll try and get you moving again soon’.

Congestion in the area is building, with drivers seeing delays of nearly an hour on top of usual travel times.

Details of the crash, including how many vehicles were involved, have not yet been made public but Metro has contacted Leicestershire Police for more details.




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