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M62M62 RochdaleCongestionLocation : The M62 eastbound between junctions J20and J21 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:30 and 22:45 on 10 July 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M6M6 Castle BromwichCongestionLocation : The M6 northbound between junctions J4and J4A . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 21:45 and 22:00 on 10 July 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M56M56 AltrinchamCongestionLocation : The M56 westbound exit slip at junction J6 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:30 and 22:45 on 10 July 2025. M5M5 HalesowenCongestionLocation : The M5 northbound between junctions J4and J3 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:15 and 22:30 on 10 July 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M40M40 WarwickCongestionLocation : The M40 northbound between junctions J15and J16 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:30 and 22:45 on 10 July 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 20 minutes against expected traffic. M11M11 DuxfordCongestionLocation : The M11 northbound at junction J10 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:30 and 22:45 on 10 July 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M1M1 RugbyCongestionLocation : The M1 northbound between junctions J19and J20 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 21:45 and 22:00 on 10 July 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A453A453 Castle DonningtonCongestionLocation : The A453 northbound between the junctions with the A6and the M1 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 21:45 and 22:00 on 10 July 2025. A2A2 DoverCongestionLocation : The A2 eastbound between the junctions with the A258and the A20 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:30 and 22:45 on 10 July 2025. A12A12 ColchesterCongestionLocation : The A12 northbound between junctions J25and J26 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:15 and 22:30 on 10 July 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.

no delay

M4M4 ReadingBroken down vehicleLocation : The M4 eastbound between junctions J11and J10 . 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 23:15 and 23:30 on 10 July 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 23:15 and 23:30 on 10 July 2025. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed. M25M25 Biggin HillAuthorityOperationLocation : The M25 clockwise between junctions J5and J6 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Police incident. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 23:15 and 23:30 on 10 July 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 23:15 and 23:30 on 10 July 2025. Lanes Closed : There are lane closures. A50A50 SudburyRoad WorksLocation : The A50 eastbound between the junctions with the A511and the A516 . Lane Closures : Lane two is closed. Reason : Emergency road repairs. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 17:09 on 10 July 2025 to 20:00 on 11 July 2025. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed. A1A1 GatesheadBroken down vehicleLocation : The A1 southbound between the junctions with the A184and the A692 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 23:15 and 23:30 on 10 July 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 23:00 and 23:15 on 10 July 2025. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.

severe disruption - in excess of 3 hours delay or road closure

A27A27 Shoreham-by-SeaAccidentLocation : The A27 eastbound between the junctions with the A270 Brighton West and the A293 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 02:45 and 03:00 on 11 July 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 02:45 and 03:00 on 11 July 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.

Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 22:44 pm. Well, folks, it seems like the traffic is up to its usual tricks again today. Let's dive straight into the chaos on the roads across the UK.In London, there are reports of heavy congestion at the A4 junction in Brentford. Drivers are advised to find alternative routes if possible to avoid getting stuck in that mess.Heading up north to Manchester, traffic is moving at a snail's pace on the M60 near Sale. It might be a good idea to leave a bit earlier if you're planning to pass through that area.In Birmingham, there are delays on the A38 around the city centre. It looks like everyone is in a rush this morning, so be prepared for some bumper-to-bumper action.And finally, over in Edinburgh, the A720 is experiencing some delays near Straiton. Take a deep breath, put on some good music, and try to stay patient through the gridlock.Well, there you have it, folks. Stay safe on the roads, keep calm, and remember, it's all just a part of the adventure of getting from A to B. Bon voyage!


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