UPDATE: M1 southbound reopened but J34 northbound closed 'for some time’

A STRETCH of the M1 southbound in Rotherham has reopened after a multi-vehicle collision this morning (Friday) — but the northbound will remain closed “for some time”. 

The motorway was closed in both directions between junctions 34 and 35 and the air ambulance was called to the scene this morning following the collision.

Highways England said the southbound carriageway had now reopened but northbound would remain closed at J34 “for some time”.

The authority has released the below diversion route for the north closure. Police have advised motorists to avoid the area if possible.

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