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Lorry breakdown on northbound M6 causes delays for morning commuters

A broken-down lorry on the M6 caused huge delays for commuters this morning.

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Delays on the northbound M6 this morning. Photo: Motorway Cameras

The breakdown on the northbound carriageway was reported between Junction 6 at Gravelly Hill (Spaghetti Junction) and Junction 7 for Walsall/Great Barr shortly after 7am.

Driving lanes and the hard shoulder were closed for safety.

Northbound traffic was delayed by up to an hour, with seven miles of congestion. All lanes have now reopened.

A statement advised drivers to consider using the M6 Toll road instead.