The motorway is closed at Junction 22 southbound, emergency services are at the scene.
7 pm – Lanes reopened – There is still approx. 3 miles of congestion on approach, causing residual delays of 30 minutes above usual journey times.
National Highways | 4:48 pm 10 January
Emergency services including Leicestershire Police are in attendance. National Highways are also on scene to assist with traffic management.
Diversion Route
Road users are advised to follow the solid circle diversion symbol on road signs:
– Leave the M1 southbound at J22 and at the roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A50.
– Follow the A50 eastbound to the A50/A46 interchange and at the roundabout take the 4th exit onto the A46.
– Continue on the A46 back to M1 J21A and merge with the M1 southbound to continue your journey.