Live updates as multi-vehicle crash closes M1 near Wakefield causing major delays
There are major delays on the M1 near Wakefield as emergency services deal with a multi-vehicle crash.
Highways England first reported the incident at 7am.
There is a full closure in place on the southbound carriageway between Carr Gate, Wakefield and Lofthouse.
A diversion is in place and motorists are advised to follow the hollow square signs.
Follow the live blog below for the latest updates on this breaking incident.