Traffic is still building on the A1 (M) following a collision which forced police to close lanes on the A1 (M), in both directions, between J44 (Leeds) and J45 (Boston Spa).

The southbound carriageway remains closed between these junctions. Heading northbound two lanes have now been reopened.

Traffic is slower around J47 (Knaresborough) and J48 (Boroughbridge) in the Harrogate district but no major delays have been reported.

The accident involved a vehicle hitting the central reservation, National Highways contractors are currently on scene along with specialist vehicle recovery.

If you’re heading towards J44 and J45 for Leeds, Wetherby or Boston Spa there are delays of around 30 minutes. .

National Highways has asked commuters to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journey.

For more information on diversions in place, click here.

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We will now notify you instantly through app notifications and flash tweets when there is an urgent alert. This could include heavy traffic, dangerous weather and long delays or cancellations of public transport.

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