Current Incidents
congestion
M62
CongestionLocation : The M62 westbound exit slip at junction J31 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 20:45 and 21:00 on 14 December 2025. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. M60
CongestionLocation : The M60 anticlockwise entry slip at junction J21 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 21:15 and 21:30 on 14 December 2025.
no delay
M6
Road WorksLocation : The M6 southbound between junctions J14and J13 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Emergency gantry construction. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 15 December 2025. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed. M5
Vehicle RecoveryLocation : The M5 northbound between junctions J15and J14 . 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 21:00 and 21:15 on 14 December 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 21:00 and 21:15 on 14 December 2025. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed. M4
ResurfacingLocation : The M4 eastbound between junctions J20and J19 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder is closed. Reason : Emergency resurfacing. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 20:10 on 13 December 2025 to 06:00 on 15 December 2025. A66
RoadOrCarriagewayOrLaneManagementLocation : The A66 eastbound between the M6and the junction with the A1M . Reason : Road closed to high sided vehicles. Status : Currently Active.
Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 21:34 pm. Well, folks, it looks like traffic is causing a bit of a stir out there today. Let's dive straight into the chaos on the roads.In London, there are reports of heavy congestion at the notorious Hanger Lane Gyratory. So, if you're heading that way, brace yourself for some bumper-to-bumper action. Over in Birmingham, drivers are facing delays at Junction 6 of the M6, so pack your patience for that stretch of road. And in Manchester, it seems like everyone is trying to get through the city centre, resulting in some sluggish speeds along Deansgate.In brighter news, things are looking smoother in Edinburgh, with no major incidents reported on the A720. So, if you're up in Scotland's capital, enjoy the easy ride.Remember, folks, be sure to check your routes before hitting the road to avoid getting caught up in any unexpected jams. Stay safe out there, and I'll catch you on the flip side with more traffic updates soon.
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