Multi-vehicle crash on M1 in Derbyshire sees traffic stopped and lengthy delays for rush hour – impacting drivers heading towards Chesterfield

Published 1st Dec 2023, 17:06 BST

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Drivers heading towards Chesterfield at rush hour will face delays after a crash involving a number of vehicles on the M1.

National Highways have confirmed that all traffic has been stopped on the M1 southbound due to a collision involving several vehicles. The incident has occurred between J30 and J29A.

Traffic officers from National Highways are currently at the scene of the rush hour incident.

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Drivers have been warned that delays of around 40 minutes are expected – with four miles of congestion having built up following the crash.

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