Drivers travelling along the M18 near Doncaster are facing long delays this evening.

One lane is closed on the M18 J2 (A1M interchange) southbound exit slip road due to a broken down lorry blocking the road. There is a 30 minute delay on the approach, with drivers stuck in up to four miles of congestion, a spokesperson for National Highways Yorkshire has said.

Recovery is currently being arranged for the vehicle. It is currently unclear when the road will reopen fully.

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National Highways is urging drivers travelling in the area to allow extra time for their journeys.

Our travel partner, Inrix, reports: “M18 Southbound lane closed on exit slip road, queueing traffic due to broken down lorry at J2 A1(M) J35.”

This is a breaking news story. YorkshireLive will continue to update this blog as we learn more. Scroll below for updates.

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