Multi vehicle collision causing delays on M1 in Northamptonshire

Drivers on the M1 in Northamptonshire are experiencing delays this afternoon (August 30) following a multi vehicle collision.

The incident on the southbound carriageway between junction 17 and junction 16 is causing around 20 minutes of delays, according to National Highways.

The agency tweeted: “There are delays of around 20 minutes on approach, please allow extra time for your journey and have a safe journey.”

A Northamptonshire Police spokeswoman added: “This happened at about 12.40pm and involved multiple vehicles. Two people have suffered minor injuries.”

UPDATE:

All lanes have now reopened. Traffic will take time to clear.