Latest News About Traffic queues near J31 eased

Updated 2026-06-17 12:04

oil spill near junction 31 of the M5 two lanes to close southbound as National Highways reported delays up to around an hour J30–J31 southbound section restricted at peak before all lanes reopened later the same day with residual ~30-minute delays on approach per traffic reports across outlets drivers faced long queues toward Exeter police and officials advised patience during recovery

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National Highways Reopens M5 Junction 30 31 Delays After Oil Spill

National Highways reopened the M5 southbound between J30 and J31 near Exeter on Saturday, May 16 after an earlier oil spill caused m5 junction 30 31 delays. The stretch had been restricted for much of the day, with queues building past Exeter.By 4pm, all lane closures had been lifted and traffic was…

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Police warn of long delays as M5 reopens

Police have warned drivers of long delays on the M5 following severe congestion this morning after a section of the motorway was closed.

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M5 Junction 30 31 Delays Ease After Oil Spill Near Exeter - Mogaz

Traffic on the M5 southbound near Exeter began moving again on Saturday afternoon after an oil spill at junction 31 caused major disruption and left drivers facing long queues through Devon. Two lanes were closed earlier on the carriageway, and queues stretched back for about three miles past Exeter. National Highways said delays in the area were around one hour as motorists were held up on the approach. Northumberland A1 Road Closure after serious crash near ChathillDevon Live: M5 closed in...

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