Travel nightmare unfolding on the M1 as Derbyshire Police shut the motorway in both directions. Motorists are warned to expect serious hold-ups near junction 29A around Staveley, with lengthy queues reported and chaos building fast.
M1 Shuts Down Near Staveley
Both carriageways of the busy M1 motorway are sealed off near junction 29A after an ongoing police incident. Derbyshire Police officers are on scene, managing the situation and coordinating closures.
Traffic cameras reveal slow-moving queues piling up as commuters inch their way through the bottleneck. National Highways reports “severe congestion” and urges drivers to steer clear and seek alternative routes.
Delays of 20 Minutes or More
Drivers should brace for delays of at least 20 minutes in both directions. The incident has sparked widespread travel chaos during morning rush hour.
- Location: M1, junction 29A near Staveley
- Status: Closed both ways
- Cause: Police responding to an ongoing incident
- Delays: 20+ minutes expected
National Highways tweeted: “Due to an ongoing @DerbysPolice led incident, the #M1 is closed in both directions within J29A near #Staveley. #TrafficOfficers are on scene assisting with closures and diverting traffic via slip roads.”
Advice for Drivers
Road users are urged to avoid the area if possible and use alternative routes to dodge the tailbacks. Stay tuned for updates as police work to clear the incident and reopen the motorway.
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