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Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 6:14 am. Well folks, let's dive right into the traffic chaos happening across our roads today. Starting off in Manchester, we've got some heavy congestion on the M60 near Junction 17. Avoid if you can, unless you've got a podcast or two lined up. Heading down to London, things are looking pretty sluggish on the A4 near the Hammersmith Flyover. Maybe it's time to try out that new audiobook you've been meaning to listen to. Over in Birmingham, roadworks are causing delays on the A38 around the Aston Expressway. Looks like you'll have plenty of time to practice your carpool karaoke skills. And finally, in Edinburgh, there's been an incident on the A720 near Straiton. Take a deep breath, enjoy the scenery, and remember - it's not a race, it's a journey. That's all for now, stay safe out there on the roads and keep calm behind the wheel. Who knows, maybe you'll discover a new favourite song while you're stuck in traffic. Until next time, happy travels!
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