One lane closed on M1 southbound following accident near Milton Keynes

    One lane is closed on the M1 southbound from junction 15 (Northampton) and junction 14 (Milton Keynes) following an accident.

    The accident was first reported at around 5pm earlier this evening (18/07).

    The incident in question reportedly involves two cars. It is unknown at this time if anyone has been injured.

    Traffic officers are on the scene and are assisting with recovery, aiming to get the site clear and reopened as soon as possible.

    Congestion is to be expected within the local area. The buildup of traffic is more than likely to result in around 35 minutes of additional delays.

    Highways England estimate that normal traffic conditions will return anytime between 18:15 and 18:30 this evening.

    6:20PM UPDATE: Traffic officers have cleared all incidents and traffic is starting to recover. 

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