Severe delays for M1 drivers heading north from Milton Keynes and Northampton

Highways England chiefs issued a warning of severe delays on the M1 northabound after a crash closed two lanes.

Reports of two vehicles colliding and blocking the two outside lanes near junction 17 led to tailbacks over a seven-mile stretch at around 7.30am on Wednesday (February 5).

Officers on the scene indicated the clear-up could take until around 10am.

Motorists heading towards the A45 and M6 from Northampton and Milton Keynes were being advised to consider taking alternative routes.