Police and fire crews are in attendance.
17:37
Traffic is easing and all three lanes appear to have opened.
16:32
One lane is currently closed due to a van fire on the hard shoulder at Junction 22 on the southbound carriage way.
Police hope it will be opened soon.
The traffic situation (picture from Google maps)
More to follow...
M1 motorway closed following lorry fire
The M1 in Leicestershire is closed southbound between J21 (M69, Leicester) and J20 (Lutterworth.
Man charged in connection with indecent exposure in Nuneaton
He has been remanded in custody to appear before Coventry Magistrates Court on Friday, 31 October 2025.
New rules in place for bird keepers in Leicestershire
The Government has said these additional housing measures will help protect birds from bird flu.
£3m upgrade for Council’s passenger transport fleet
They have hit the road to help Leicestershire County Council deliver vital services.
Video technology sees faster treatment for stroke patients in Leicestershire
As of September 2025, 318 patients in Leicestershire have been assessed via video call.
East Midlands Airport Assisted Travel service wins national award
East Midlands Airport’s Assisted Travel service has grown in popularity, with numbers increasing by around 25% each year.
Annual Christmas toy appeal launches in Hinckley
This year, the toy appeal team are requesting more items suited to older children.
Specialist investigation launched after report of sexual assault in Nuneaton
Neighbourhood officers are in the area.
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