Heavy delays on M42 near Portway and Redditch The Redditch Standard

THERE have been heavy delays on the M42 motorway this morning after a serious crash.

A lorry was involved in the incident on the northbound carriageway between Junction 3A of the M40 and Junction 4 – for the A3400 Stratford Road (Shirley and Dorridge).

Congestion goes all the way back to Junction 3 of the M42 (Portway / Redditch).

Waits of more than 20 minutes can be expected because of the congestion which has been building up since 5am this morning.

Drivers are warned to expect delays and seek alternative routes.