Coach involved in crash on M1 ‘was travelling from London to Bradford’

A coach involved in a serious crash which has led to the closure of the M1 motorway was travelling from London to Bradford.

Both carriageways of the M1 motorway are closed between junction 30 for Barlborough and junction 31 for Aston, close to Woodall Services.

The coach – registered to New Bharat Coaches, in Middlesex – was on a journey from London to Bradford.

Hide Ad
Hide Ad
Read More
M1 CLOSED following ‘serious’ crash between coach and car

Police said the coach and a car were involved in a crash on the northbound carriageway at around 12.55pm.

A spokeswoman for New Bharat Coaches said there were no schoolchildren on board and the bus was travelling from London to Bradford.

Emergency services are at the scene and motorists have been advised to expect delays.

Police said it was unclear as to the nature of any injuries but added the coach had been moved to the car park of Woodall.

There are already long delays on the M1 northbound.

More to follow.

Comment Guidelines

National World encourages reader discussion on our stories. User feedback, insights and back-and-forth exchanges add a rich layer of context to reporting. Please review our Community Guidelines before commenting.

News you can trust since 1887
Follow us
©National World Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved.Cookie SettingsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy notice