M1 lane closed after smash

A lane has closed on the M1 near Wakefield following a crash this afternoon.

Highways England are reporting that traffic has begun building on the southbound carriageway between J41 and J40.

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The situation is ongoing but normal traffic conditions are expected to resume between 4.45pm and 5pm.

Drivers are being urged to avoid the area of possible.

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