Overturned caravan following collision causing delays on the A14 near Kettering

A collision, which has seen a caravan overturn, is causing delays on the A14 near Kettering this afternoon (Wednesday October 25).

The incident was reported around 12.30pm and is affecting traffic in both directions between junction three for Rothwell and junction two for Kelmarsh.

National Highways says the vehicle struck the central reservation barrier and the caravan has overturned.

A Northamptonshire Police spokeswoman said: “This incident is a single-vehicle collision which involved a car pulling a caravan which has jack-knifed on the westbound carriage and collided with the central reservation barrier. It happened at about 12.30pm.”

Traffic has been stopped eastbound to allow for the caravan to be righted and for the vehicles to be recovered. Lane two on the westbound carriageway is also closed.

There is around 30 minutes of traffic in both directions, due to congestion and queues in leading to the collision.

Northamptonshire Police posted on X: “We are currently dealing with a road traffic incident on the A14 between junction 2 and 3.

"The eastbound carriageway has been closed to allow for recovery, while the westbound is still reduced to one lane, which is causing tailbacks.

"Please avoid the area if possible.”

UPDATE: Traffic has now been released. Lane two of two on each carriageway remains closed for barrier repairs. Motorists are asked to leave extra time for their journey.

More to follow.