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M621M621 LeedsCongestionLocation : The M621 eastbound at junction J1 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 22:45 and 23:00 on 23 May 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. A30A30 LauncestonCongestionLocation : The A30 westbound between the junctions with the A386and the A388 Launceston East. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 23:15 and 23:30 on 23 May 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.

no delay

M62M62 DewsburyAccidentLocation : The M62 eastbound between junctions J26and J27 . Lane Closures : Lane four is closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 00:45 and 01:00 on 24 May 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:45 and 01:00 on 24 May 2025. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed. M20M20 LeedsRoadOrCarriagewayOrLaneManagementLocation : The M20 eastbound between junctions J8and J9 . Reason : Contraflow. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 05:16 on 22 May 2025 to 06:00 on 28 May 2025. Lanes Closed : There are lane closures.

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

M3M3 BasingstokeAuthorityOperationLocation : The M3 eastbound entry slip at junction J5 . Reason : Police incident. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 00:30 and 00:45 on 24 May 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:30 and 00:45 on 24 May 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed. M25M25 DartfordAccidentLocation : The M25 clockwise exit slip at junction J2 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 02:15 and 02:30 on 24 May 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 02:15 and 02:30 on 24 May 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed. Previous Reason : Following an earlier accident. A31A31 Saint IvesAccidentLocation : The A31 westbound between the A338 South and the junction with the A347 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 00:00 and 00:15 on 24 May 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 00:00 and 00:15 on 24 May 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed. A1A1 NewarkResurfacingLocation : The A1 northbound. Reason : Emergency resurfacing. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 12:55 on 23 May 2025 to 08:00 on 24 May 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.

Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 23:24 pm. And now onto the latest traffic and travel updates for your journey today. In London, there are reports of heavy congestion around the A4, with delays at the junction with Knightsbridge. So make sure to pack your patience along with your umbrella, as it looks like a slow journey for those heading in that direction.Heading up north to Manchester, there are delays on the M60 near Stockport, causing frustration for drivers trying to get home or head out for the evening. If you're in Birmingham, watch out for delays on the M6 near Spaghetti Junction. Yes, that's right, it seems like the traffic is all tangled up in that area, so be prepared for some slow-moving traffic.Further north in Edinburgh, there are reports of an accident on the A720 near Gilmerton, causing delays for those heading towards the city center. So there you have it, a round-up of the latest traffic and travel updates to keep you informed on your journey. Stay safe on the roads and remember, it's better to be a few minutes late than to rush and risk your safety. That's all for now, until next time!


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