The M1 southbound between junction 13 and 11A has been closed due to a multiple vehicle crash.
Highways England reported the incident at around 8.30am this morning.
Long delays are expected as emergency services work to clear the area which also has a large diesel spill.
The highway agency recommends that drivers leave at junction 12.
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