PART of the M1 motorway has been shut following a serious collision, sparking delays for thousands of drivers.
The crash took place on the major route southbound between Junctions 41 and 40 near Wakefield, West Yorkshire, leading to the road’s closure.
At first, both carriageways had been closed, although National Highways said the northbound side had since reopened.
The road agency said the southbound carriageway is likely to remain shut for several hours as investigation work takes place.
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