Multi-vehicle crash causing delays after crash blocks lanes on A1

Drivers are being warned of delays on the A1 after a crash.

North East Live Traffic reported a collision on the A1 Western Bypass, with delays for southbound traffic near J65 Birtley.

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The service said this was due to a multi-vehicle collision blocking lanes two and three.

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