Broken down abnormal load leads to lane closures on M1 in South Yorkshire

Two lanes of the M1 in South Yorkshire are closed this morning because of a broken down abnormal load.

Lanes one and two of the southbound stretch between Tinsley and Catcliffe are blocked.

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Traffic officers are at the scene.

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The breakdown is expected to cause serious delays during rush hour.

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