Long delays on M1 following vehicle fire

Two lanes are closed south between J15 at Northampton and J14 Milton Keynes

Author: Grace McGachyPublished 9th May 2025

Drivers are warned of long delays on the M1 near Northampton after a vehicle fire.

Traffic was held earlier today Southbound between Junction 15 for Northampton and Junction 14 for Milton Keynes.

Highways England say lanes three and four have re-opened but the other two remain closed to allow Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue to work.

There are delays of around 45 minutes and six miles of congestion as a result.

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