Current Incidents

congestion
M56CongestionLocation : The M56 eastbound exit slip at junction J11 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 05:15 and 05:30 on 13 July 2025. M4
CongestionLocation : The M4 eastbound exit slip at junction J4 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 05:45 and 06:00 on 13 July 2025. A663
CongestionLocation : The A663 southbound at the junction with the M60 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 05:15 and 05:30 on 13 July 2025. A45
CongestionLocation : The A45 westbound entry slip from the A6 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 05:45 and 06:00 on 13 July 2025.
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M6Road WorksLocation : The M6 northbound between junctions J12and J13 . Lane Closures : Lanes 3 and 4 will be closed. Reason : Emergency gantry construction is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 13 July 2025 to 06:00 on 14 July 2025. Lanes Closed : There will be two of four lanes closed. M1
Broken down vehicleLocation : The M1 southbound between junctions J15and J14 . 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 06:30 and 06:45 on 13 July 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 06:30 and 06:45 on 13 July 2025. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed.
Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 6:14 am. Well, folks, it looks like the roads are up to their usual tricks today. Over in Birmingham, we've got some delays on the M6 around junction 6 due to a broken down vehicle - not the best start to the day for those drivers!Meanwhile in Manchester, the A56 is causing headaches with slow-moving traffic near Old Trafford. Best to avoid that area if you can!Heading down south, in London, the A4 is moving at a snail's pace near Hammersmith. Looks like everyone is in a hurry to get somewhere!And finally, in Edinburgh, there's a bit of a hold up on the A720 at Dreghorn. Seems like traffic just can't catch a break today.So, there you have it folks - the latest traffic woes to look out for on your travels. Stay safe out there and remember to keep calm behind the wheel. Until next time, drive carefully and keep those radio dials tuned to stay informed.
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