M6 crash sparks hour delays and six-mile queues
A two-car collision on the M6 northbound between J15 and J16 has closed two lanes, causing severe delays of up to an hour and six miles of tailbacks for post-Christmas travellers.
A two-car collision on the M6 northbound between J15 and J16 has closed two lanes, causing severe delays of up to an hour and six miles of tailbacks for post-Christmas travellers.
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The M27 motorway will close for 10 days from Christmas Eve, causing major disruption. Drivers are urged to plan ahead and consider alternative routes.
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Severe 40-minute delays on M6 southbound near Birmingham after police-led incident. Six-mile queues and lane closure cause major disruption. Latest traffic updates.
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A serious crash involving an overturned car has closed three lanes on the M6 northbound near Birmingham, causing severe delays of nearly an hour for morning commuters. Get the latest traffic updates.
Major disruption on the M6 northbound near Birmingham after a car overturned. Three lanes closed, causing 55-minute delays. Latest traffic updates.
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