TRAFFIC AND TRAVEL: Two lanes closed after accident on M1 southbound at Chesterfield

Two lanes of the M1 southbound are closed at Chesterfield.
Traffic on the M1 southbound at Chesterfield. Photo: Highways England/www.motorwaycameras.co.ukTraffic on the M1 southbound at Chesterfield. Photo: Highways England/www.motorwaycameras.co.uk
Traffic on the M1 southbound at Chesterfield. Photo: Highways England/www.motorwaycameras.co.uk

Highways England said emergency services were at the scene of an accident at junction 29a at about 5.45pm, and traffic was slow passing the scene.

Delays of up to 15 minutes are being reported, but traffic is expected to return to normal by 6.15pm.

The nature of the incident is not yet known.