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M5M5 AlvestonCongestionLocation : The M5 northbound between junctions J15and J14 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 29 March 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 30 minutes against expected traffic. M40M40 High WycombeCongestionLocation : The M40 northbound exit slip at junction J4 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:15 and 19:30 on 29 March 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M1M1 ToddingtonCongestionLocation : The M1 northbound between junctions J12and J13 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 29 March 2026. Cause : Roadworks. Delay : There are currently delays of 20 minutes against expected traffic. A663A663 OldhamCongestionLocation : The A663 southbound at the junction with the M60 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:45 and 20:00 on 29 March 2026. A453A453 Castle DonningtonCongestionLocation : The A453 northbound between the junctions with the A6and the M1 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 18:45 and 19:00 on 29 March 2026. A45A45 NorthamptonCongestionLocation : The A45 eastbound exit slip to the A428 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 18:45 and 19:00 on 29 March 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A30A30 StainesCongestionLocation : The A30 eastbound between the junctions with the M25and the A308 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 29 March 2026. A21A21 SissinghurstCongestionLocation : The A21 southbound between the A229and the junction with the A265 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 29 March 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.

incident

M4M4 LlandaffM4 : Eastbound : J32 Coryton : offslip : Flooding : Lane closed : Delays possible :Description: M4 : Eastbound : J32 Coryton : offslip : Flooding : Lane closed : Delays possible :, Start time: 29/03/2026 18:55 , Expected end time:30/03/2026 0:55, Severity: Slight, Source: Welsh Government, Last updated: 29/03/2026 18:55

no delay

M62M62 GooleRoadOrCarriagewayOrLaneManagementLocation : The M62 eastbound between junctions J36and J37 . Reason : Road closed to high sided vehicles. Status : Currently Active. M42M42 SolihullRoad WorksLocation : The M42 southbound between junctions J5and J4 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Emergency gantry construction is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 29 March 2026 to 06:00 on 30 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed. M3M3 WinchesterBroken down vehicleLocation : The M3 westbound exit slip at junction J13 . Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 19:30 and 19:45 on 29 March 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 29 March 2026. Lanes Closed : There are lane closures. A1A1 SuttonAccidentLocation : The A1 northbound between the junctions with the A620and the A634 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Cleared.

Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 19:44 pm. Its chaos out there on the roads today, folks, so buckle up and brace yourselves for the latest traffic updates across the region.Starting off in Cardiff, weve got reports of heavy delays on the M4 eastbound at junction 32. So, if youre heading in that direction, you might want to pack a snack or two to keep you entertained!Heading up north to Birmingham, it seems like drivers are in for a treat with slow-moving traffic on the A38(M) Aston Expressway. Looks like everyones in no rush to get anywhere fast today!And over in London, its the usual story of congestion on the A4 heading towards Hammersmith. You might want to bring some patience along for the ride.As if that wasnt enough, there are also reports of an accident on the M62 near Warrington causing tailbacks for miles. Looks like someones having a bad day!Thats all for now, folksstay safe out there on the roads and remember to keep calm behind the wheel. Until next time, happy travels!


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