Transport & traffic roundup

Published: 29 January 2023
By Chris Haycock

Today''s Major Traffic Incidents

A1 Northbound - A1 northbound within the A620 junction | Northbound | AuthorityOperation Location : The A1 northbound between the A638 and the junction with the A620 . Reason : Police incident. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 08:30 and 08:45 on 29 January 2023. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 05:15 and 05:30 on 29 January 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.Severe Disruption - in excess of 3 hours delay or road closure, 6.78 miles of Sutton.

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