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UPDATE: Queues clear after M42 crash

By James Smith 22nd Jul 2024

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Local News by James Smith 22nd Jul 2024

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Two of three lanes of the M42 were closed near Birmingham Airport (image via SWNS)

All lanes are now open again and the congestion cleared following a crash on the M42.

Two lanes of the northbound carriageway were closed this afternoon following a collision between a car and a lorry.

There were 45 minute delays and five miles of congestion.

But now National Highways said all lanes have re-opened.

"Thank you for your patience, please have a safe onward journey," the update said

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