Current Incidents
congestion
M5
CongestionLocation : The M5 southbound at junction J3 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 04:15 and 04:30 on 12 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 04:15 and 04:30 on 12 July 2025. M25
CongestionLocation : The M25 clockwise exit slip at junction J10 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 04:15 and 04:30 on 12 July 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
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Vehicle FireLocation : The M6 southbound between junctions J13and J12 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Vehicle fire. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 04:45 and 05:00 on 12 July 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 04:45 and 05:00 on 12 July 2025. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed.severe disruption - in excess of 3 hours delay or road closure
M56
Road WorksLocation : The M56 eastbound exit slip at junction J1 for A34. Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Gantry construction is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 12 July 2025 to 14 July 2025. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 2 August 2025 to 4 August 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed. M40
AccidentLocation : The M40 northbound between junctions J1Aand J2 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 05:00 and 05:15 on 12 July 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 05:00 and 05:15 on 12 July 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed. Previous Reason : Following an earlier accident. M1
RoadOrCarriagewayOrLaneManagementLocation : The M1 northbound exit slip at junction J26 . Reason : Road Management. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 08:15 and 08:30 on 12 July 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 08:15 and 08:30 on 12 July 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.
Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 4:44 am. Drivers, hold onto your steering wheels and buckle up, because it's time for your latest traffic update!Heading south on the M1, we've got some slow-moving traffic at junction 23A, near Loughborough. So, put on some good music and enjoy the scenic route if you can.Over in Birmingham, there are delays on the A38(M) Aston Expressway. It seems like the traffic just can't handle the excitement in the city today!If you're in Liverpool, watch out for congestion near the city centre on the A5052. Looks like everyone's heading to the docks for a day out!And last but not least, in Newcastle, we've got some heavy traffic on the A167(M) near the Tyne Bridge. It's like a traffic jam party up there!Well, that's all for your traffic update today folks. Remember, stay safe on the roads and keep calm behind the wheel. Until next time, happy travels!
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