Current Incidents
congestion
M56
CongestionLocation : The M56 eastbound exit slip at junction J11 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 04:15 and 04:30 on 1 May 2025. M25
CongestionLocation : The M25 clockwise at junction J22 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 03:45 and 04:00 on 1 May 2025. A120
CongestionLocation : The A120 eastbound between the junctions with the A131 North and the A12 Colchester West. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 03:45 and 04:00 on 1 May 2025.
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Vehicle RecoveryLocation : The M5 southbound between junctions J20and J21 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Vehicle tyre change. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 04:00 and 04:15 on 1 May 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 04:00 and 04:15 on 1 May 2025. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed.severe disruption - in excess of 3 hours delay or road closure
ResurfacingLocation : The A303 eastbound between the junctions with the A358and the A356 . Reason : Road resurfacing. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 19:51 on 30 April 2025 to 06:00 on 1 May 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 4:34 am. Getting right into it, it seems like the roads are a bit busy out there today. In London, we've got some delays on the M25 near Junction 10 due to a broken down vehicle. So if you're heading that way, you might want to consider a different route.Heading up north to Manchester, there are reports of heavy traffic on the M56 near junction 6, so make sure to give yourself some extra time if you're passing through that area.If you're in Birmingham, be aware of congestion on the A38 near Aston, causing delays for drivers in that area.And for those in Edinburgh, there's a lane closure on the A720 at Calder junction, so be prepared for some slower moving traffic.So there you have it, folks. Stay safe out there on the roads and remember, it's better to arrive a little late than not at all. Until next time, happy travels!
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