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congestion

M62M62 RochdaleCongestionLocation : The M62 eastbound at junction J19 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 21:00 and 21:15 on 17 February 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M6M6 WalsallCongestionLocation : The M6 northbound exit slip at junction J10 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 21:00 and 21:15 on 17 February 2026. M25M25 ReigateCongestionLocation : The M25 anticlockwise exit slip at junction J8 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:45 and 21:00 on 17 February 2026. A663A663 OldhamCongestionLocation : The A663 southbound between the A669and the junction with the M60 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:00 and 20:15 on 17 February 2026. 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 20:30 and 20:45 on 17 February 2026.

no delay

M5M5 TewkesburyRoad WorksLocation : The M5 northbound between junctions J8and J7 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Emergency gantry construction is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 17 February 2026 to 06:00 on 18 February 2026. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed. M45M45 RugbyAuthorityOperationLocation : The M45 westbound between the junctions with the M1and the A45 . Reason : Police incident. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 22:15 and 22:30 on 17 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:15 and 22:30 on 17 February 2026. Lanes Closed : There are lane closures. M4M4 BracknellResurfacingLocation : The M4 westbound between junctions J10and J11 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder, lanes 1 and 2 are closed. Reason : Emergency resurfacing. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 14:42 on 17 February 2026 to 22:00 on 17 February 2026. Lanes Closed : There are two of four lanes closed. M1M1 DeepcarBroken down vehicleLocation : The M1 northbound between junctions J35and J36 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 21:15 and 21:30 on 17 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 21:15 and 21:30 on 17 February 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed. A66A66 KeswickRoad WorksLocation : The A66 westbound between the junctions with the A591 east of Keswick and the A591 north of Keswick. Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Emergency bridge repairs. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 02:15 on 24 November 2025 to 12:00 on 24 February 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed. A19A19 Stockton-on-TeesBroken down vehicleLocation : The A19 southbound exit slip to the A1027 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 20:45 and 21:00 on 17 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:45 and 21:00 on 17 February 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.

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

A46A46 LeicesterAccidentLocation : The A46 northbound between the A5630and the junction with the A6 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 11:45 and 12:00 on 18 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 11:45 and 12:00 on 18 February 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.

Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 21:14 pm. And now, let's dive into the latest traffic and travel updates. Starting off in London, we have slow-moving traffic at the A102 Blackwall Tunnel approach due to ongoing roadworks. Over in Birmingham, there are delays on the M6 near junction 6, with congestion back to Spaghetti Junction. Heading north, in Manchester, there are reports of heavy traffic on the M60 near junction 17, creating delays for drivers. And in Leeds, the A64 York Road is experiencing delays near the Seacroft roundabout - something to keep in mind if you're heading in that direction. If you're in the beautiful city of Edinburgh, be prepared for delays on the A720 Edinburgh City Bypass near the Sheriffhall roundabout. And in Cardiff, heavy traffic has been reported on the M4 eastbound towards junction 29. And finally, for those in Bristol, there is slow-moving traffic on the M32 heading towards the city centre - so pack your patience if you're on that route. Remember, it's always a good idea to check your route before heading out. Stay safe on the roads, and until next time, happy travels!


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