Current Incidents

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M56CongestionLocation : The M56 eastbound exit slip at junction J11 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 03:15 and 03:30 on 10 July 2025. M5
CongestionLocation : The M5 northbound between junctions J9and J8 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 03:30 and 03:45 on 10 July 2025.
Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 3:54 am. If you're about to hit the road, you might want to listen up! Starting off with some delays on the M4 - heavy traffic reported near junction 5 for Langley. Keep an eye out if you're heading that way.Heading over to the Midlands, we're seeing some congestion on the M6 near junction 10 for Walsall. Take it easy out there, folks.In Surrey, there are reports of a broken-down vehicle causing some slow-moving traffic on the A3 at Guildford. Avoid if you can.And finally, a reminder for those in Manchester: Roadworks are causing delays on the A56 near Sale. Allow for some extra travel time if you're passing through.That's all for now, folks. Stay safe out there and remember - keep calm and drive on!
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