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M62CongestionLocation : The M62 westbound at junction J37 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:00 and 00:15 on 27 June 2025. M6
CongestionLocation : The M6 northbound between junctions J4and J4A . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:15 and 00:30 on 27 June 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M40
CongestionLocation : The M40 northbound at junction J1 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:00 and 00:15 on 27 June 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M25
CongestionLocation : The M25 anticlockwise between junctions J11and J10 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:00 and 00:15 on 27 June 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A428
CongestionLocation : The A428 westbound between the junctions with the M11and the A1198 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:15 and 00:30 on 27 June 2025. A3
CongestionLocation : The A3 northbound exit slip to the A244 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:30 and 00:45 on 27 June 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
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severe disruption - in excess of 3 hours delay or road closure
M26Broken down vehicleLocation : The M26 westbound entry slip at junction J2A . Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 00:45 and 01:00 on 27 June 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:45 and 01:00 on 27 June 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed. A419
ResurfacingLocation : The A419 northbound. Reason : Emergency resurfacing. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 17:56 on 26 June 2025 to 06:00 on 27 June 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed. A14
ResurfacingLocation : The A14 eastbound between junctions J44 Bury St Edmunds East and J45 . Reason : Emergency resurfacing. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 21:17 on 26 June 2025 to 06:00 on 27 June 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.
Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 0:34 am. And now, let's dive straight into the traffic updates. So grab your coffee, buckle up, and let's get you to your destination with as little hassle as possible.In Westminster, there are reports of heavy congestion at the junction of Whitehall and Parliament Square, so if you're heading that way, be prepared for some delays.Over in Birmingham, there's a build-up of traffic on the M6 southbound, near Junction 5 for Castle Bromwich. Keep an eye out for any alternative routes to avoid getting stuck in the jam.Heading up north to Manchester, there are reports of a broken down vehicle on the M60 clockwise at Junction 18 for Simister Island, adding to the usual rush hour chaos.If you're in Newcastle, be aware of delays on the A1(M) northbound near Washington Services. Take a deep breath, put on your favourite podcast, and enjoy the slow crawl.And finally, in Cardiff, there's a lane closure on the A4232 heading towards the city centre. Just a gentle reminder to stay zen behind the wheel and practice your deep breathing exercises.That's all for the latest traffic updates. Stay safe, stay patient, and happy travels!
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