The M1 has ground to a halt near Toddington this morning after a multi-vehicle crash sparked miles of delays.

Bedfordshire Police wrote on Facebook: "We are currently at the scene of a collision on the M1 northbound between junctions 11A and 12. All lanes are currently closed while emergency services deal with the incident.

"Please avoid the area where possible and consider alternative routes to help ease congestion. Thank you for your cooperation."

Drivers are being warned to expect delays "in excess of 1 hour", according to National Highways. People are being asked to avoid the area and find alternate routes. 08:14 Fiona Leishman

Drivers facing 'delays in excess of one hour'

National Highways has warned drivers they are facing "delays in excess of one hour on the M1 northbou

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