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Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 18:24 pm. Well, it's time to buckle up and brace yourselves for the latest traffic chaos across the country. Let's dive straight into the madness on the roads...In London, there are heavy delays on the A406 North Circular Road at the junction with the A10 Great Cambridge Road due to a broken down vehicle. Avoid this area if you can to save yourself from the headache of sitting in bumper-to-bumper traffic.Heading up north to Manchester, there are reports of slow-moving traffic on the M60 anticlockwise between junctions 17 and 16. So, if you're planning to travel in that direction, maybe consider taking the scenic route instead.And down in Bristol, watch out for delays on the M5 southbound at the junction with the M4 due to an accident. Take a deep breath, put on some good music, and try not to let the traffic jams get the best of you.Phew, that's enough traffic mayhem for one day. Stay safe out there on the roads, folks, and remember to keep calm in the chaos. Until next time, this is your trusty travel reporter signing off. Happy travels, everyone!


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