SIX MILES of congestion after lorry crash on M1 southbound near Sheffield

There are currently 90 minutes of delays on approach, drivers are being warned

Motorists travelling on the M1 in Sheffield are currently being hit by extensive delays, following a two-vehicle crash.

The disruption is in place on the M1 southbound in South Yorkshire between J31 (Worksop) & J30 (Sheffield), a spokesperson for National Highways Yorkshire said.

The disruption is in place on the M1 southbound in South Yorkshire between J31 (Worksop) & J30 (Sheffield), a spokesperson for National Highways Yorkshire saidplaceholder image
The disruption is in place on the M1 southbound in South Yorkshire between J31 (Worksop) & J30 (Sheffield), a spokesperson for National Highways Yorkshire said | 3rd party

They confirmed the crash involved a HGV lorry and a car.

It has led to the closure of Lanes one and two.

The National Highways Yorkshire spokesperson added: “Current delays of 90 minutes on approach, with 6 miles of congestion.”

Representatives for the emergency services have been contacted for further details.

More to follow.

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