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A59A59 AintreeCongestionLocation : The junction of the A59and the M57. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 03:30 and 03:45 on 17 May 2025. A14A14 KetteringCongestionLocation : The A14 westbound at junction J7 Kettering North. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 03:30 and 03:45 on 17 May 2025.

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

M61M61 EcclesAccidentLocation : The M61 northbound entry slip at junction J1 from M60 anti-clockwise. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 05:00 and 05:15 on 17 May 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 05:00 and 05:15 on 17 May 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed. M60M60 StockportAuthorityOperationLocation : The M60 clockwise exit slip at junction J25 . Reason : Police incident. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 06:15 and 06:30 on 17 May 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 06:00 and 06:15 on 17 May 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed. A52A52 BeestonAccidentLocation : The A52 eastbound between the A6007and the junction with the A6464 . Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 10:00 and 10:15 on 17 May 2025. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 10:00 and 10:15 on 17 May 2025. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed. Previous Reason : Following an earlier accident.

Here are the latest traffic and travel news from traffic update dot co dot UK at 4:14 am. Alright, folks - time for your traffic update, so buckle up and listen in!Starting off in the South East, we've got some delays on the M25 clockwise at junction 9 for Leatherhead. Seems like there's some congestion building up there, so best to plan your route accordingly.Heading up North, the M6 southbound at junction 18 for Middlewich and Holmes Chapel is experiencing some slow-moving traffic. So, if you're in that area, make sure to pack your patience today.Over in the West Midlands, be aware of delays on the M5 southbound near junction 4 for Bromsgrove. Seems like everyone's in a rush today, so take it easy out there.And finally, in the East of England, we've got reports of heavy traffic on the A14 westbound at junction 21 for Brampton. Looks like it's a busy day on the roads, so make sure to stay alert and keep an eye out for any changes.That's all for now - drive safely, stay informed, and keep that radio tuned for more updates. Gotta love that morning commute, right?


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