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M62M62 Newton-le-WillowsCongestionLocation : The M62 eastbound between junctions J10and J11 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Cause : Accident involving an overturned vehicle. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M56M56 DaresburyCongestionLocation : The M56 eastbound exit slip at junction J11 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 03:45 and 04:00 on 8 July 2025. M180M180 ScunthorpeCongestionLocation : The M180 westbound at junction J2 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 03:15 and 03:30 on 8 July 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A23A23 CaterhamCongestionLocation : The A23 northbound between the junctions with the M23and the A237 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 04:00 and 04:15 on 8 July 2025.

incident

M4M4 MagorM4 : Now clear : Eastbound : J23A MagorDescription: M4 : Now clear : Eastbound : J23A Magor, Start time: 08/07/2025 2:34 , Expected end time:08/07/2025 2:39, Severity: Road closure, Source: Welsh Government, Last updated: 08/07/2025 2:34

no delay

M1M1 BolsoverBroken down vehicleLocation : The M1 northbound between junctions J30and J31 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 04:30 and 04:45 on 8 July 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 04:30 and 04:45 on 8 July 2025. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed. A66A66 DarlingtonRoad WorksLocation : The A66 eastbound between the junctions with the A67 Darlington and the A1150 . Reason : Emergency road marking works are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 8 July 2025 to 06:00 on 9 July 2025.

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

M60M60 StockportResurfacingLocation : The M60 clockwise between junctions J25and J1 . Reason : Emergency resurfacing. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 21:51 on 7 July 2025 to 06:00 on 8 July 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.

Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 4:14 am. And now, let's dive straight into the chaos on the roads, shall we?Starting off in the bustling town of Manchester, we have reports of heavy congestion near junction 9 of the M60 due to a broken-down vehicle. It's a real bumper-to-bumper situation, so do pack your patience along with your snacks, folks.Heading down south to London, drivers are facing delays on the A4 near Hammersmith Bridge. It seems like everyone had the same idea to cross the river at the same time. Perhaps a game of London bridge is falling down? Just kidding, keep calm and carry on.In the lovely town of York, there are minor delays on the A1237 near the A19 roundabout. Looks like it's a case of too many cars and not enough road. Remember folks, sharing is caring. And wrapping up our tour of traffic woes, we have heavy traffic on the M8 near Glasgow due to roadworks. Avoid the area if you can, unless you enjoy a good old fashioned traffic jam, of course.And there you have it, the latest traffic updates to help you navigate your way through the chaos. Stay safe out there, and remember, keep calm and drive on.


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