Major motorway slip road CLOSED after two lorries crash near Birmingham

The slip road connecting the M42 northbound to the M6 northbound near Birmingham has been closed following a collision involving two lorries.

According to National Highways West Midlands, recovery teams are on their way to the scene. The incident was reported shortly after 5.20am on Saturday morning.

Despite the closure, traffic conditions remain unaffected for now, with no delays or congestion reported on the approach to the junction.

Motorists are advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys while recovery work is carried out. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.