Traffic queuing on M1 after lane blocked near J37

Traffic is at a standstill on the M1 northbound this morning (February 3).
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There are reports that one lane is blocked due on the M1 northbound, between J36 A61 (Barnsley South / Hoyland) and J37 A628 Whinby Road (Barnsley / Dodworth).

Highways England cameras show that traffic is backed up to J35.

The cause of the congestion is not yet known.

Normal traffic conditions are expected between 08:00 and 08:15am today.

Motorists are advised to take an alternative route