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...
Cold-health alert for East Midlands
They've said that it will be challenging keeping indoor temperatures at the recommended 18°C.
Man charged with murder after pub assault
A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder of David Darke in Appleby Magna.
Family tribute to man who died after assault outside pub
The family of David Darke, who died after being assaulted in Church Street in Appleby Magna on the night of 21st December, have said he was a ‘devoted family man’.
Man dies after serious assault in Appleby Magna
Man dies after serious assault in Appleby Magna A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man who was seriously injured in an assault last weekend.
Local Tractor Run raises over 20k for mental health charity
The spectacle drove through Hinckley and Bosworth on Saturday.
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Police are investigating thefts at Fosse Park.
BALLERS Pool Lounge opens in The Crescent
BALLERS co-owner Adam Dean said: “As locals who grew up in Hinckley, we’ve long felt there was a real need for a venue dedicated to pool and darts enthusiasts. "
Major road closed until Christmas Eve after burst water pipe
The A447 is shut between Hinckley Road and Stapleton Lane.
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