There are delays while services deal with the incident.
National Highways said at 11:07 am on Wednesday 23 November:
‘Traffic is currently held on the M1 southbound between J21A and J21 (#69/Leicester) due to a collision involving 2 lorries.
‘Our TrafficOfficers are working to re-open some lanes.
‘Traffic released in one lane only M1 southbound between J21A and J21 (M69/Leicester). 3 lanes closed following the collision.
‘Long delays on approach, approx. 5.5 miles. Please allow an additional 30 to 35 minutes journey time.’
AA Roadwatch:
‘Queueing traffic and three lanes closed due to crash, two lorries and a car involved on M1 Southbound from J21A A46 (Leicester North / Kirby Muxloe) to J21 M69 (Leicester).’