Traffic police warn of delays as the M40 has been closed northbound approaching Bicester and Banbury

By Roseanne Edwards

Published 24th May 2022, 14:33 BST

The M40 is closed between Junctions 9 - 10 this afternoon (Tuesday)

Highways officers have warned of delays on the M40 north to Bicester and Banbury after a multi-vehicle collision.

Highways England has tweeted the closure saying the crash happened between Junctions 9 – 10, Oxford to Cherwell Valley Services.

The post was timed at 2.13pm so delays are likely to continue for some time to come.

They say: “The #M40 is currently closed northbound between J9-J10 due to a multi-vehicle collision. Emergency services are at the scene, however please allow extra time for your journey and plan ahead. Please follow @HighwaysEAST for further information.”