Traffic Alert: Major disruption to M42 following multi-vehicle accident

6pm Update:

The lane closure has now been lifted and Highways England reports delays are easing although it will still be a while before things are fully back to normal.

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Motorists using the M42 around Solihull and Birmingham Airport are being warned of long delays following an accident.

Highways England has reported there is one lane closed on the M42 southbound between Junctions 5 and 4, near Solihull, following a three-car collision.

There are also reports of approximately four miles of queuing traffic and delays of 40 minutes are currently being reported. Highways England has warned the scene may not clear until around 7pm.

In the meantime, it has advised motorists to avoid the area if possible and to allow more time for journeys – especially those heading for Birmingham Airport.

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