A serious road traffic collision early this morning has led to the closure of the M1 southbound between Junction 11 and Junction 10 near Luton, Bedfordshire, causing long delays of up to 60 minutes for commuters.
At approximately 5.46am today, a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) and a car were involved in a major collision, prompting the closure of this key section of the M1. The nature of the collision, described as serious, has necessitated a comprehensive response from emergency services, including Bedfordshire Police. National Highways resources are also on the scene, aiding with traffic management and the investigation.