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M60M60 OldhamCongestionLocation : The M60 clockwise exit slip at junction J21 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 31 March 2026. M6M6 WillenhallCongestionLocation : The M6 northbound between junctions J10and J11 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:45 and 20:00 on 31 March 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M57M57 AintreeCongestionLocation : The junction of the M57 J7 and the M58. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:15 and 19:30 on 31 March 2026. M25M25 HeathrowCongestionLocation : The M25 clockwise at junction J14 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:15 and 19:30 on 31 March 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M1M1 WatfordCongestionLocation : The M1 northbound exit slip at junction J5 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 31 March 2026. Cause : Road Management. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A663A663 OldhamCongestionLocation : The A663 northbound between the A6104and the junction with the A669 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:45 and 20:00 on 31 March 2026. A585A585 BlackpoolCongestionLocation : The A585 northbound at the junction with the A588 North. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:15 and 19:30 on 31 March 2026. A47A47 LowestoftCongestionLocation : The A47 eastbound between the junctions with the A1144 north Lowestoft and the A12 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:45 and 20:00 on 31 March 2026. A30A30 StainesCongestionLocation : The A30 eastbound at the junction with the A308 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:00 and 20:15 on 31 March 2026. A27A27 ChichesterCongestionLocation : The A27 eastbound between the junctions with the A259 Havant and the A259 Chichester West. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:00 and 22:15 on 31 March 2026. Cause : Broken down vehicle. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A2A2 FavershamCongestionLocation : The A2 eastbound between the junctions with the M2and the A28 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 31 March 2026. A19A19 SunderlandCongestionLocation : The A19 northbound entry slip from the A690 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 31 March 2026. Cause : Road traffic collision. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A1A1 Newcastle Upon TyneCongestionLocation : The A1 southbound exit slip to the A696 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:00 and 20:15 on 31 March 2026.

incident

M4M4 PentyrchM4 : Now clear : Eastbound : J33 Capel LlanillternDescription: M4 : Now clear : Eastbound : J33 Capel Llanilltern, Start time: 31/03/2026 18:35 , Expected end time:31/03/2026 18:40, Severity: Moderate, Source: Welsh Government, Last updated: 31/03/2026 18:35

no delay

M42M42 Ashby De La ZouchRoad WorksLocation : The M42 southbound at junction J11 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Emergency gantry construction is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 31 March 2026 to 06:00 on 1 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed. A63A63 HullBroken down vehicleLocation : The A63 westbound between the junctions with the A1166and the A15 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 20:15 and 20:30 on 31 March 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:15 and 20:30 on 31 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed. A42A42 Ashby De La ZouchRoad WorksLocation : The A42 southbound between junction J12and the M42 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Emergency gantry construction is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 31 March 2026 to 06:00 on 1 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed. A40A40 UxbridgeAccidentLocation : The A40 westbound exit slip to the A412 . Lane Closures : Lane two is closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 20:45 and 21:00 on 31 March 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:45 and 21:00 on 31 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.

severe disruption - in excess of 3 hours delay or road closure

M62M62 WakefieldRoad WorksLocation : The M62 westbound between junctions J29and J28 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Gantry construction is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 31 March 2026 to 06:00 on 1 April 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.

Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 20:14 pm. Well folks, it's that time again to delve into the world of traffic chaos and travel mayhem. Let's see what's happening out there on the roads today.In the M6 junction 10A to 11, there are reports of an accident causing delays. So if you're heading in that direction, be prepared for a slower journey than usual.Heading over to the A14 near Ipswich, there seems to be a build-up of traffic due to roadworks. It might be worth exploring alternative routes if you want to avoid getting stuck in the congestion.If you're around Leeds, be aware that the A61 is experiencing heavier traffic than normal, so give yourself some extra time to reach your destination safely.To wrap things up, remember that the roads can be unpredictable, so it's always a good idea to check for updates before you head out. Stay safe out there, and I'll catch you next time with more traffic and travel news.


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