Lorry crash causing long delays on M1 northbound

Highways England have warned of long delays on the M1 northbound, following a crash involving two lorries and a subsequent diesel spill.
Lorry crash causing long delays on M1 northbound. Image courtesy of Highways EnglandLorry crash causing long delays on M1 northbound. Image courtesy of Highways England
Lorry crash causing long delays on M1 northbound. Image courtesy of Highways England

The incident happened between junctions 20 and 21.

The lanes were close at around 7.15am today, Tuesday October 30.

Two lanes are currently closed and Highways England says congestion is stretching back more than five miles.