Lane closed on M1 near Milton Keynes due to broken down vehicle

Saturday, 7 August 2021 14:04

A lane has been closed on the M1 northbound between J12 Toddington to J13, A421 Milton Keynes.

Highways England has stated that recovery contractors and traffic officers are currently en route to assist.

Drivers have been advised to approach with caution.

UPDATE 14:00PM- Scene clear, traffic officers have moved the car to a place of safety.

⚠️ New Incident ⚠️
The #M1 northbound #J12 (#B5120 #Toddington #Flitwick) to #J13 (#A421 #MiltonKeynes) 1 lane has been closed due to a broken down vehicle. Traffic Officers are on their way to the area. pic.twitter.com/VDS7o183vy
— Highways England (@HighwaysEAST) August 7, 2021

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