Hour delays remain as van breaks down between Wednesbury and Wolverhampton
Major disruptions to regular travel were reported on the M6 due to a broken-down vehicle.
National Highways has warned that around an hours delay remain after a van broke down on the M6 northbound, between Junction 9 (Wednesbury) and Junction 10 (Walsall and Wolverhampton).
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Lane closures were in place as of 8.10am, with delays of up to 45 minutes being expected on the route at the time.
West Midlands Roads urged morning commuters to 'plan ahead', advising people to allow extra time for their journeys.
West Midlands Roads said on X: "M6 northbound J9 - J10. Broken down vehicle. Lane closure - delays of up to 30 minutes against expected traffic.
"Plan ahead: Allow extra time for your journey."
Around five miles of congestion was reported on the route, with National Highways West Midlands announcing that recovery for the vehicle has been arranged.
A National Highways West Midlands spokesperson said: "M6 northbound J10. Lanes closed due to broken down van.
"Recovery arranged and en route. 45-minute delays and five miles of congestion."
The incident has since cleared, with all lanes now reopen, however, a one-hour delay remains.
On X, National Highways West Midlands said: "All lanes open. The broken down van has been removed and all lanes re-opened.
"Long delays remain from J1 of the M5 northbound and from J7 of the M6 1 hour delay, this should start easing now though."
Emergency services have been approached for more information.
