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Traffic jams expected as A1 is closed for emergency repairs to defective bridge

The A1 at Gateshead has been closed to allow for emergency repairs to a defective bridge joint.

The southbound carriageway at junction 73 (Swalwell) is likely to remain closed beyond peak time this evening.

Emergency repair work is already underway and drivers in the area should expect delays on the approach.

The failed bridge joint was discovered at around 1pm today (Tuesday 18 June) and a one-lane closure was put in place.

A full closure of the carriageway is now in place to make the repair as soon as possible.

The diversion route is as follows:

Exit the A1 using the Derwenthaugh southbound exit and proceed to the end of the slip road.

Travel from the A1 onto the A114 and travel east.

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Travel east for 1km, going straight ahead at three roundabouts.

Turn right onto the local route at Metrocentre and follow the route south for 800m.

Rejoin A1 using the Metrocentre southbound entry slip.

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Latest live A1 traffic news

A1 and a1(m) traffic news and real time updates; get the latest info on a1 traffic delays, roadworks, accidents and snow.

Even though the A1 is just an A road, it is still one of the most important, most busy routes in the UK. At 410 miles in length it certainly has the scale of a motorway, linking together two capitals in the form of London and Edinburgh, as well as many other towns and cities besides.

Inevitably, the A1’s length makes delays almost inevitable, and these are only made worse by the fact that the A1 consists of just two lanes. So if you’re travelling along some (or heaven forbid, all) of it, you could save yourself a lot of time by staying up to date with the latest traffic news and accident updates available on this page.

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With roadworks seemingly a permanent fixture on the A1, and with the usual mix of incidents and traffic jams to contend with, it’s far from likely that you’ll complete your journey without any delays. And your odds get even worse when the weather intervenes, especially when it snows. But by using the following information, you should be able to improve your odds…

Below you can find all the latest A1 and A1(M) traffic information via our specially built Twitter feed, which draws real-time alerts from the Highways Agency, official police accounts and other traffic news feeds. We’ve also got a live traffic map so you can pick out incidents as they happen, and there’s a list of important intersections as well...

A1 and A1M live traffic map

The A1 passes through North London and over the M25, then keeps heading North past Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, Stevenage, Letchworth, Peterborough, Grantham, Newark, Doncaster, Leeds, Harrogate, York, Ripon, Darlington, Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, Alnwick and Berwick.

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The map below shows live updates on the current problem areas of the A1 and A1M for roadworks, accidents or general congestion causing delays on the road...   

A1 and A1(M) History

Dick Turpin and his ilk were the cause of many early hold-ups on the A1 back in the days of stagecoach travel (when it was known as the Great North Road), but you’ll be extremely unlucky to be accosted by a highwayman today. There are plenty of reports of theft of goods and fuel from parked up lorries in certain sections of the A1, but the average motorist can generally expect safe passage.

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However there are still plenty of (often closed) coaching inns along the route that have links to the early days of turnpike travel – including some famous ones like the Ram Jam Inn between Stamford and Grantham.

The A1 was first named as such in 1921 by the Ministry of Transport, but it basically follows a North-South route that has been documented since Roman times.

A1 major junctions

Along its length, the A1 and A1(M) has junctions with many significant major roads including:

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A1 disruption set to continue after discovery of four-metre-deep cavity

• Wednesday 29 May 2024 at 12:17pm

Disruption for drivers on the A1 southbound near Gateshead is continuing, after a large void was discovered.

Delays are expected on the A1 southbound due to investigations and repair work following the discovery of a four-metre-deep cavity, National Highways have said.

One lane remains closed between junction 66 (Eighton Lodge) and 65 (Birtley).

The junction 65 southbound exit slip is also closed, leaving no access to the A1231 from the A1 southbound. Non-motorway traffic is being diverted to leave the A1 at junction 66.

Road users are advised to allow extra travel time, plan alternative routes where possible, and avoid the busiest periods of the day.

National Highways has said the closures are "essential to keep motorists and their workforce safe."

Fully signed diversions will be in place as engineers continue to work onsite overnight and off site during the day to ensure the repair is carried out as efficiently as possible.

Overnight closures to all lanes between junction 68 (Lobley Hill) and 65 will be in place from Tuesday 28 May to Thursday 30 May.

Traffic will be diverted away from the A1 at junction 69 during these times.

Overnight closures are scheduled between 8pm and 6am the next day.

National Highways say updates will be shared on the A1 Birtley to Coal House web page and on X, formerly twitter, @HighwaysNEAST.

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A1M closure and traffic updates as lorry crash at junction 51 shuts motorway in both directions

Emergency services are attending the scene after a serious accident on the A1 today

• Updated 20:12, 13 FEB 2023

The A1M has been closed after a lorry overturned on the central reservation in the major motorway with emergency services attending the scene.

The lorry overturned at Catterick between junctions junctions 52 to A6055 (Catterick) and 51 to A684 (Leeming Bar / Bedale). The incident occurred at about 7am today (February 10).

North Yorkshire Police released the following statement on social media, it said: "Traffic alert. The A1(M) at Catterick is currently closed both north and south bound between junctions 51 and 52 after a lorry overturned at around 7am today (Fri 10 Feb).

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"Diversions are in place while the emergency services work at the scene. Please avoid the area if you can until further notice. We'll update you when the route re-opens."

Traffic data site Inrix said: "A1(M) in both directions closed, queueing traffic due to accident from J52 A6055 (Catterick) to J51 A684 (Leeming Bar / Bedale).

"Incident occurred at around 7.00 this morning, which has since closed the road. Incident involves a vehicle that has crossed the central reservation."

Scroll below for the latest updates.

• Update from National Highways - including diversion info 17:13
• Vehicle fire on A1(M) Southbound adding to delays 16:27

Northbound carriageway open

The latest update from National Highways said: "The vehicles involved in the collision on the #A1M J51-J52 have now been recovered. The northbound carriageway has been reopened with lane 3 of (3) remaining closed for barrier repairs.The southbound will remain closed at this stage to allow contactors to work safely at the scene"

Delays cleared on diversion route

Traffic maps are now showing no significant delays on the A6055 diversion route while the M1 remains closed. The closure of the motorway is expected to continue overnight.

Northbound delays on diversion route continue

A report from the AA traffic and travel service said: "Severe delays of 17 minutes and delays increasing on A6055 Northbound between A1(M) J51 (Leeming Bar / Bedale) and A1(M) J52 (Catterick). Average speed 15 mph."

Southbound traffic easing on A6055

A report from the AA traffic service said: "Delays of six minutes and delays easing on A6055 Back Lane Southbound between Bowbridge Lane and A1(M) J51 (Leeming Bar / Bedale). Average speed ten mph."

Slow moving traffic on alternative routes

Those avoiding delays on the A6055 diversion are also finding slow moving traffic on Catterick Lane/North Road. Congestion in building along the length of the route from the A684 to Tunstall Road.

Delays on diversion routes

There are long delays on diversion routes off the M1 this evening as traffic attempts to navigate the closure.

The latest report from the AA on the A6055 northbound said: “Severe delays of 32 minutes and delays increasing on Back Lane Northbound between A6055 and A1(M) (Catterick). Average speed ten mph.”

The southbound report said: “Severe delays of 14 minutes and delays increasing on A6055 Back Lane Southbound between A6055 and A1(M) J51 (Leeming Bar / Bedale). Average speed ten mph.”

Resurfacing work to continue into Saturday

Resurfacing work on the M1 is expected to continue throughout the night. A spokesperson for National Highways wrote: "The closure on the #A1M between J51 #LeemingBar to #Catterick is expected to remain in place into the evening. Both vehicles have been recovered, however clear-up and resurfacing work is expected to last throughout tonight and into Saturday 11 February."

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Update from National Highways - including diversion info

A National Highways spokesperson said: "Drivers in North Yorkshire are advised to allow more time for their journeys this afternoon and into the peak travel period following a collision on the A1M between junctions 51 (Leeming Bar) and 52 (Catterick) earlier today (10 February).

"The A1M was closed in both directions between the two junctions after an HGV travelling southbound, carrying a refuse wagon, collided with the central reservation at around 7am. National Highways and emergency services were called to the scene.

"Closures are expected to remain in place this afternoon and into this evening for repairs to the central barrier and the road surface, both of which were significantly damaged in the incident.

"Both vehicles involved have now been recovered, however clear-up and resurfacing work is expected to last throughout tonight and into Saturday 11 February. Further updates will be shared via news bulletins, social media channels and the traffic alerts website.

"There are currently delays of around 20 minutes on the southbound carriageway. All traffic caught up within the closures in both directions has been released.

"Northbound traffic is being diverted off the A1M at junction 51 and onto the A6055. Drivers are advised to continue for around six miles on the A6055 before rejoining the A1M at J52.

"Drivers travelling southbound are advised to follow the same route, in reverse."

Pictures of the scene

The lorry that overturned onto the central reservation has caused major damage to the motorway. Repair work is still underway this afternoon.

Traffic map shows length of delays

There are major delays and congestion on the A1(M) near Catterick. A traffic map from Google shows the length of queues.

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Motorway closed since 7am

The A1(M) remains closed in both directions this afternoon (Friday) after a lorry overturned on the central reservation.

The accident at Catterick has caused chaos today and the motorway has been closed since 7am. A lorry overturned between junctions 52 to A6055 (Catterick) and 51 to A684 (Leeming Bar / Bedale).

Read the full story here

People are being diverted

People are being diverted from the motorway to diversion routes due to the closure.

Diversion routes are starting to congest, with queues and delays expected.

A1 remains closed as diversion routes congest

A1(M) in both directions remains closed this afternoon, queueing traffic due to overturned lorry and recovery work between J52 A6055 (Catterick) and J51 A684 (Leeming Bar / Bedale). Congestion to Just before J53 (Scotch Corner) for southbound.

Traffic is slow on the A6055 as traffic diverts from the closure. Traffic is also getting heavy in Brompton on Swale and on the A684 in Leeming Bar. Traffic is building up in Bedale.

The incident occurred at around 7:00 this morning after a lorry crossed the central reservation. Clean up work continues, after which barrier repairs will be needed.

Diversion - Via the A6055.

Recovery work is in progress

A1(M) in both directions closed, queueing traffic due to overturned lorry from J52 A6055 (Catterick) to J51 A684 (Leeming Bar / Bedale).

Congestion to after J53 (Scotch Corner) southbound.

Incident occurred at around 7.00 this morning after a lorry crossed the central reservation. Trapped traffic has been released and recovery work is in progress.

National Highways has shared pictures of the scene.

The road remains closed for extensive recovery and clean-up work after the incident earlier. Once complete extensive barrier repairs will be needed.

Congestion to almost J53 (Scotch Corner) southbound.

Trapped traffic has been released.

Latest photo of road closure

Hard shoulder opened

The hard shoulder has been opened by the police to allow traffic to pass the scene.

Latest Inrix update

A1(M) in both directions closed, queueing traffic due to accident from J52 A6055 (Catterick) to J51 A684 (Leeming Bar / Bedale). Incident occurred at around 7.00 this morning, which has since closed the road. Incident involves a vehicle that has crossed the central reservation. The hard shoulder has been opened by the police to allow traffic to pass the scene.

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North East news LIVE: Latest travel updates as roads blocked after heavy snowfall

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• Updated 17:51, 10 MAR 2023

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Tomorrow's weather

The Met Office says: "Early freezing fog patches gradually clearing, then very cold with sunny spells and increasing amounts of cloud. A period of snow this evening, turning to rain overnight.

"Maximum temperature 5 °C."

Congestion - A690 Leazes Road

Usual congestion on A690 Leazes Road at A691 Framwelgate Peth (The Gates Roundabout).

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In a statement, the BBC said: "The BBC has been in extensive discussions with Gary and his team in recent days. We have said that we consider his recent social media activity to be a breach of our guidelines.

"The BBC has decided that he will step back from presenting Match of the Day until we've got an agreed and clear position on his use of social media.

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Slow traffic - A167 Northbound

Usual slow traffic on A167 Northbound at A691 Southfield Way (Hospital roundabout). Travel time is ten minutes.

Tyne and Wear Metro cuts number of trains at peak commuter times as passenger group issues warning

The number of Tyne and Wear Metro trains running at peak commuter times has been slashed.

North East transport bosses have confirmed that they are axeing the extra trains that run during morning and evening peaks, claiming that they are no longer needed as the number of people still working from home after the Covid-19 pandemic has reduced demand.

While it is hoped that the move will also mean less strain is put on the Metro’s ageing carriages before a new £362m fleet is put into service, a passenger group warned the cuts will leave trains around Newcastle city centre more crowded.

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Rush hour congestion building

Unsurprisingly, traffic is building on the region's roads.

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At around 10.30pm on Wednesday emergency services were called to Birtley Bowling Welfare Pavilion after a fire engulfed the building and caused irreparable damage.

It followed three separate occasions last month in which offenders broke into the premises and caused significant damage. This included locks being cut, shutters being removed as well as windows, furniture, toilets and doors being damaged.

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Peter Kay briefly had to pause his sell-out show in Newcastle last night, when an audience member became unwell - requiring medical assistance.

The stand-up comedian is currently embarked on his sold-out comeback tour, performing all across the country on a number of coveted stages.

And his show at the city's Utilita Arena was quickly brought to a standstill Thursday, after a front-row fan was in need of urgent medical attention.

Traffic updates

A few troubled areas on the roads this afternoon. Here are a couple of quick updates:

• Tows Bank in both directions blocked due to accident, a van involved and snow between Rowfoot (Rowfoot) and Knarsdale (Knarsdale).

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Discovery of 'potential human bones`

We know have a dedicated blog sharing the latest from the scene in Morpeth where police are searching following the discovery of "potential human bones".

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Full National Highways response to reopening the A66

This is the statement from National Highways:

Drivers in Cumbria, Durham and North Yorkshire are advised that the A66 has been reopened. National Highways closed the A66 from Scotch Corner to Brough at 2pm on Thursday 9 March as snow fell heavily across the region. A severe weather alert for snow in the Midlands and north of England was issued for yesterday and today (Friday 10 March) with National Highways asking everyone travelling in these areas to consider if their journey is essential and to go prepared. Preparation includes enhanced around-the-clock vigilance and resourcing along key routes such as the M62, A628 and A66 trans-Pennine locations. For safety reasons, the decision had been taken to proactively close the A66, but it has now reopened. Further information can be found by visiting https://www.trafficengland.com/ or calling the National Highways Customer Contact Centre on 0300 123 5000.

'Shameless' Sunderland burglar gave himself away using stolen bank cards in newsagent

A brazen Sunderland burglar gave himself away just hours after stealing designer clothes, a computer, booze and a handbag full of bank cards from a Washington home - by using the bank cards just hours later.

Liam Miles, 32, has now been jailed for two years and five months. The burglary took place on January 15 this year at a home in Redshank Close, Ayton.

Northumbria Police said the occupants reported how they awoke at 7.30am that day to find their patio door ajar and a string of valuables missing.

Metro withdrawn from service

Another failure on the Metro has seen a train withdrawn.

Nexus tweeted:

"A train has been withdrawn from service at Airport due to equipment failure. We now have a gap of up to 12 minutes between Airport and South Hylton. Sorry for the inconvenience caused."

A66 reopens

Good news for any cross-Pennine travellers.

Seaham rescue: Emergency services and coastguard helicopter called into action after man fell from cliffs

A Coastguard helicopter crew and paramedics rescued a man who had fallen from the cliffs at Nose's Point in Seaham on Thursday evening.

Three coastguard rescue teams and a helicopter from Humberside were required to rescue the man, who was then passed on to North East Ambulance Service and taken to Sunderland Royal Hospital . The emergency services were called shortly after 5pm.

The emergency services explained that the man was lifted to safety by the helicopter and transported to a nearby car park where the ambulance was waiting.

School closures

A reminder that there are a number of school closures due to snow around the region today. Parts of the North East had heavy snowfall overnight, with weather warnings in place from the Met Office. People were told to expect disruption on the roads and public transport.

The bad weather also led to a string of school closures in County Durham . We have listed these in our article here .. It is also worth checking the Durham County Council website here . And Northumberland has school closures too.

A66 should reopen "within the next hour"

Cumbria Police and the National Highways agency are both suggesting the A66 should reopen very soon.,

Police investigate potential discovery of 'human bones'

Northumbria Police have confirmed the force is investigating after a report of "potential human bones" being found in Morpeth. We'll bring you more on this shortly, but a police spokesperson has said:

"Shortly before 3pm yesterday (Thursday) we received a report of potential human bones being found in a wooded area near Cottingwood Lane, Morpeth. “Officers remain at the scene to carry out enquiries and an investigation has been launched into the discovery. “Anyone with any concerns is advised to speak to an officer on duty. Anyone with information can report to police using the ‘Tell Us Something’ page of our website or call 101 quoting reference NP-20230309-0647."

Go North East bus delays

There are a couple of bus delays to Go North East services this morning, full list here .

One, that the CItyrider 56 service is unable to stop at Peareth Hall Road and Donwell Bus Link, is caused by the inclement road conditions.

Toddler Beatrix's heart journey on 'mobile billboard' as North East lorry firm back organ donation campaign

An incredible gesture from a Washington haulage firm has seen the adorable face of tot Beatrix Adamson-Archbold adorn the sides of a lorry in hope of encouraging drivers up and down the country to consider how vital organ donation is.

Little Beatrix, two, from Burnopfield, County Durham, is awaiting a heart transplant at the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle.

And her family - like many others at the Freeman's Children's Heart Unit - are desperate to encourage as many people as possible to think about organ donation if that is ever an option. Beatrix's story has touched many around the North East.

Met Office yellow weather warning for ice

The Met Office now has a yellow warning set to stretch through to Saturday morning.

The forecasters have said: "Ice is likely to be a hazard where snow has fallen overnight."

And people are told to expect:

Some injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces Probably some icy patches on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths

Whilst falling snow will clear from the south and east of the warning area in the next few hours, lying snow and ice will likely continue to be a hazard through the rest of this morning. Icy stretches should become confined to higher ground this afternoon, before temperatures fall below freezing widely this evening. This will lead to untreated surfaces left wet by snow melt becoming icy at all levels, with some disruption to travel likely.

Today's snow has delayed a number of arrivals into Newcastle Airport

Worth a look if you're expecting anyone home! See here .

Westgate Road reopened

Congestion has eased in a number of areas including across the Tyne Bridge and on Sunderland Highway and Old Durham Road. After an earlier collission, Westgate Road has also reopened.

A66 closed until 11

The National Highways team are saying the A66 will now be shut until around 11.

One lane closed on A19

One lane is closed on the A19 Northbound from the A690 Durham Road, Herrington Interchange, to the A183. Traffic is said to be coping well.

A691 partially blocked in both directions

The A691 Consett Road is partially blocked in both directions at Lanchester and traffic is queuing due to an obstruction on the road at A6076.

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