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M67M67 Ashton-under-LyneCongestionLocation : The M67 westbound between junctions J2and J1 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 18:45 and 19:00 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M62M62 BrighouseCongestionLocation : The M62 eastbound between junctions J24and J25 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 01:45 and 02:00 on 2 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M60M60 SaleCongestionLocation : The M60 clockwise exit slip at junction J7 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:45 and 20:00 on 1 April 2026. M6M6 WillenhallCongestionLocation : The M6 northbound between junctions J8and J9 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M55M55 PrestonCongestionLocation : The M55 westbound exit slip at junction J1 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:45 and 20:00 on 1 April 2026. M5M5 AlvestonCongestionLocation : The M5 southbound exit slip at junction J16 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 18:45 and 19:00 on 1 April 2026. M25M25 Saint AlbansCongestionLocation : The M25 clockwise exit slip at junction J22 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:00 and 19:15 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M20M20 AshfordCongestionLocation : The M20 eastbound exit slip at junction J10A . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M1M1 Castle DonningtonCongestionLocation : The M1 northbound at junction J23A . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 18:45 and 19:00 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A663A663 OldhamCongestionLocation : The A663 northbound between the M60and the junction with the A669 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:30 and 20:45 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A66A66 PenrithCongestionLocation : The A66 eastbound between the junctions with the A6and the A685 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:15 and 20:30 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A57A57 Ashton-under-LyneCongestionLocation : The A57 eastbound between the M67and the junction with the A6018 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 18:30 and 18:45 on 1 April 2026. A52A52 NottinghamCongestionLocation : The A52 westbound between the junctions with the A46and the A6011 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 18:45 and 19:00 on 1 April 2026. A5A5 TamworthCongestionLocation : The A5 southbound between the junctions with the A51and the M42 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 18:30 and 18:45 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A47A47 NorwichCongestionLocation : The A47 eastbound between the junctions with the A1270and the A1064 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A46A46 BathCongestionLocation : The A46 northbound between the junctions with the A420and the M4 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:00 and 20:15 on 1 April 2026. A419A419 SwindonCongestionLocation : The A419 southbound between the A4259and the junction with the M4 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 18:45 and 19:00 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A404A404 MarlowCongestionLocation : The A404 southbound exit slip to the A4155 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 18:45 and 19:00 on 1 April 2026. A38A38 PlymouthCongestionLocation : The A38 eastbound between the junctions with the A388and the A3064 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A259A259 BattleCongestionLocation : The A259 eastbound between the A27and the junction with the A269 Bexhill West. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A19A19 Newcastle Upon TyneCongestionLocation : The A19 southbound between the junctions with the A1and the A1068 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:30 and 19:45 on 1 April 2026. A120A120 BraintreeCongestionLocation : The A120 eastbound between the junctions with the A131 South and the A131 North. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 19:45 and 20:00 on 1 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 30 minutes against expected traffic.

incident

M4M4 BishtonM4 : Now clear : Westbound : J23A Magor to J25 CaerleonDescription: M4 : Now clear : Westbound : J23A Magor to J25 Caerleon, Start time: 01/04/2026 18:10 , Expected end time:01/04/2026 18:15, Severity: Moderate, Source: Welsh Government, Last updated: 01/04/2026 18:10 A470A470 Flynnon TafA470 : Now clear : Northbound : Coryton to Taff's WellDescription: A470 : Now clear : Northbound : Coryton to Taffs Well, Start time: 01/04/2026 18:10 , Expected end time:01/04/2026 18:15, Severity: Moderate, Source: Welsh Government, Last updated: 01/04/2026 18:10 A465A465 LlandarcyA465 : Now clear : Westbound : Neath to LlandarcyDescription: A465 : Now clear : Westbound : Neath to Llandarcy, Start time: 01/04/2026 19:02 , Expected end time:01/04/2026 19:07, Severity: Moderate, Source: Welsh Government, Last updated: 01/04/2026 19:02

no delay

M56M56 AltrinchamBroken down vehicleLocation : The M56 eastbound exit slip at junction J6 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 20:15 and 20:30 on 1 April 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:15 and 20:30 on 1 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.

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

A30A30 ExminsterRoad WorksLocation : The A30 eastbound between the junctions with the M5and the A375 . Reason : Gantry construction. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 19:34 on 1 April 2026 to 06:00 on 2 April 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed. A14A14 Bury Saint EdmundsAccidentLocation : The A14 eastbound exit slip at junction J45 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 22:15 and 22:30 on 1 April 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:15 and 22:30 on 1 April 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.

Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 19:44 pm. Well folks, let's face it, we've got a bit of a jam on our hands this morning, but fear not, I've got the latest scoop on all things traffic and travel to help you navigate your way through the chaos!Starting off in Leicester, we've got reports of congestion at the A563 Lubbesthorpe Way roundabout. It's slow going there, so you might want to consider alternative routes if you're heading in that direction.Heading over to Birmingham now, there are long delays at the M5 junction 2 towards the Oldbury interchange. Looks like it's bumper to bumper, so pack your patience if you're travelling that way.And over in Manchester, watch out for delays at the A56 Bridgewater Way into the city centre. It's a bit sluggish, so maybe crank up the tunes and enjoy the ride.In Milton Keynes, we've got reports of heavy traffic at the A422 Monks Way junction. It's a bit of a headache, but hopefully, you'll be able to steer clear of any major delays.That's all for now folks, remember to stay safe out there and keep an eye on your mirrors. Until next time, happy travels!


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