All lanes reopen on M1 in Derbyshire – following accident involving two lorries

Traffic returned to normal

All lanes have now reopened on the M1 in Derbyshire following an earlier accident involving two lorries.

Highways England said the accident happened on the northbound carriageway just before junction 29, and led to long delays.

The accident happened at around 6.30am and caused long delays for commuters.

At the height of the delays, there were tailbacks of up to an hour.

Police closed two lanes of the motorway, but they have now been reopened.

Highways England said that traffic has now returned to normal.

Highways England is advising drivers to allow extra time for their journeys if they are travelling in the area.

The delays are expected to continue until around 9am.

Motorists are advised to check the latest traffic information before setting off.