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M4M4 BassalegM4 : Now clear : Eastbound : J28 Tredegar Park to J26 MalpasDescription: M4 : Now clear : Eastbound : J28 Tredegar Park to J26 Malpas, Start time: 03/07/2026 17:45 , Expected end time:03/07/2026 17:50, Severity: Moderate, Source: Welsh Government, Last updated: 03/07/2026 17:45 A494A494 QueensferryA494 : Westbound : Ewloe : Cyclic maintenance : Entry slip road closed : Diversions in place : 07/07/26-08/07/26 1930-0600 :Description: A494 : Westbound : Ewloe : Cyclic maintenance : Entry slip road closed : Diversions in place : 07/07/26-08/07/26 1930-0600 :, Start time: 07/07/2026 19:30 , End Date:08/07/2026 6:00, Severity: Road closure, Source: Welsh Government,Last updated: 03/07/2026 18:11 A483A483 WrexhamA483 : Northbound : Gresford SB Offslip : Cyclic maintenance : Road closed : Diversions in place : 06/07/26-07/07/26 1900-0600 :Description: A483 : Northbound : Gresford SB Offslip : Cyclic maintenance : Road closed : Diversions in place : 06/07/26-07/07/26 1900-0600 :, Start time: 06/07/2026 19:00 , End Date:07/07/2026 6:00, Severity: Road closure, Source: Welsh Government,Last updated: 03/07/2026 18:00

Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 18:24 pm. Well folks, it's time to tackle the tangled web of traffic woes across our fine nation. Let's dive right in!Starting off with the M1, we've got delays near junction 15 in Northamptonshire due to a broken down lorry. Traffic is crawling, so pack some snacks for the journey.Heading over to the M6, there's a lane closure southbound at junction 16 for Crewe, causing some slow-moving vehicles. Keep calm and carry on, folks!In the heart of London, we've got congestion near Westminster Bridge and Victoria Embankment. Looks like everyone is out and about today!In Manchester, the A56 is moving like a snail near Sale. Avoid if you can, or embrace the slow life!And last but not least, up in Glasgow, the M8 is experiencing heavy traffic near junction 17. Looks like the city is buzzing today!Well, that's all from me for now. Stay safe out there on the roads, folks! This is your friendly neighbourhood traffic reporter signing off.


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