Overview
- National Highways says the M56 J5 westbound exit for Manchester Airport is closed after a collision, with crews re‑gritting the carriageway before reopening and delays easing later this morning.
- The M2 in Kent is closed in both directions between J5 and J4 after a serious collision involving a car and a motorcycle, with no current estimate to reopen and advice for London–Dover traffic to use the M20.
- Weekend M6 closure between J39 and J40 for Network Rail’s Clifton Bridge replacement remains in force until 5am Monday, with a second full closure scheduled from 8pm Jan 9 to 5am Jan 12 and clearly signed diversions.
- Icy conditions led to multiple crashes on the A46 in Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire, where police reported no life‑threatening injuries and National Highways carried out repeated gritting.
- Further weather‑related incidents saw temporary closures and recoveries on the M60 near Stockport and the A38 in Derby, with roads reopening after treatment and ongoing warnings to drive with extra caution.