M1 closed southbound with HGV in perilous position

The M1 is closed southbound between J20 (Lutterworth) and J19 (A14-Catthorpe Interchange) this morning (April 24) following a collision in which a HGV has struck a near side bridge barrier and come to rest hanging over the A14.

All emergency services and recovery contractors are working at the scene.

Traffic officers and service providers are installing strategic closures and the diversion routes.