All lanes on the M6 near Birmingham have reopened following a crash that caused significant delays during the morning rush hour. National Highways confirmed the incident, which occurred on the northbound carriageway between junctions 8 and 9, had been cleared by mid-morning.
Crash causes early morning disruption
The collision was first reported at around 7:30am on Tuesday, leading to queuing traffic stretching back several miles. Motorists were advised to allow extra journey time or seek alternative routes while emergency services attended the scene.
National Highways said the closure was necessary to allow for the safe recovery of vehicles and any necessary carriageway repairs. No serious injuries were reported, according to West Midlands Police.
Traffic returns to normal
By 9:15am, all lanes had been reopened, and National Highways reported that residual delays were easing. Live traffic maps showed traffic flowing normally by mid-morning, with no further incidents reported.
This incident adds to a series of morning disruptions on the M6 in recent weeks, highlighting ongoing congestion issues on one of the UK's busiest motorways. Commuters are reminded to check live traffic updates before setting off.
