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The Irish Sun
04-08-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
M5 closed after crash with hour-long delays and 6 MILES of traffic for thousands of drivers sparking rush-hour chaos
Although traffic has started moving, delays are ongoing ROAD BLOCK M5 closed after crash with hour-long delays and 6 MILES of traffic for thousands of drivers sparking rush-hour chaos THE M5 was shut this morning following a horrifying collision, throwing thousands of journeys into chaos. Drivers have been told to expect delays of up to an hour, as mammoth six mile queues continue to build. 1 Westbound journeys on the M5 have been thrown into chaos The closure is affecting the M5 Southbound between Junction 16 and Junction 17. The resulting delays have thrown thousands of Monday morning, rush hour journeys into chaos. According to BristolWorld, an ambulance is at the scene - along with both Avon & Somerset Police and Avon Fire Rescue. Traffic pictures show lorries, vans and cars gridlocked on the road, while the Northbound route remains completely clear. In one photograph, an emergency service vehicle can be seen waiting for the traffic to ease. Although the road has been reopened, National Highways has warned drivers to expect ongoing delays. A statement from the organisation read: "All lanes have now re-opened on the #M5 southbound between J16 and J17 near #Almondsbury #Bristol. "A 52 minute delay and 6 miles of congestion remains in the area but should now start to ease. "Thanks for your patience this morning." The Sun has approached Avon and Somerset Police for comment. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
BBC News
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Headlines: Award-winning dogs and hot air balloon sightings
Here's our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media. Our pick of local website stories BristolWorld reported on a petition against proposed changes to Filwood Broadway in Knowle. It would see more walkways and less parking, which locals and business owners worry could be "catastrophic".Plans have been submitted to transform an empty area in Gloucester Quays into a "climbing wall theme park", which Gloucestershire Live has has reported the lovely news that Tony Winterburn, a 99-year-old veteran, has been awarded a prestigious new medal for his role in the Royal Navy during World War Two. Our top three from yesterday What to watch on social media A new entrance is planned for Swindon train station, as part of a wider regeneration scheme in the town. Residents living in Calne, Wiltshire, are still reporting and working to find a solution for a bad smell in the town. And a line-up of activities were held to mark the opening of a new youth centre in Swindon on is a lot of love for Sally and her therapy dog Nessa - the pair have been awarded for their work spreading joy around Bath. And Slither the snake hot air balloon has been captured flying over Bath.
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Value for money at Cheltenham and 100 days until Glastonbury
Here's our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media. There were lower numbers at this year's Cheltenham Festival, and the chief executive saying that value for money is "critical" for him to look at, though next year's tickets will remain the same price. There are to be two separate housing developments in South Marston, reports the Swindon Advertiser. It would mean 134 houses in the area. And the last remaining pub in Lawrence Weston could become shops, reports Bristol World. Cheltenham Festival and 'one in a million' birth Nightclub's closure 'likely' despite cash backing Half marathon mum 'may not have been here' to run We saw some great rugby success stories this weekend: Bath Rugby won the Premiership, with plenty of celebratory posts on socials. And Gloucester-Hartpury have been crowned as PWR champions. One of the questions posed in the Taunton Matters group is this wheelchair accessible swing and why it is padlocked. The Frome Banking Hub opening is continuing to spark conversation in local groups. This follows its temporary opening in the local library. And it's 100 days to go until Glastonbury Festival. Follow BBC West social channels in Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630.
BBC News
17-03-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Value for money at Cheltenham and 100 days until Glastonbury
Here's our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media. Our pick of local website stories There were lower numbers at this year's Cheltenham Festival, and the chief executive saying that value for money is "critical" for him to look at, though next year's tickets will remain the same are to be two separate housing developments in South Marston, reports the Swindon Advertiser. It would mean 134 houses in the the last remaining pub in Lawrence Weston could become shops, reports Bristol World. Our top three from yesterday What to watch on social media We saw some great rugby success stories this weekend: Bath Rugby won the Premiership, with plenty of celebratory posts on socials. And Gloucester-Hartpury have been crowned as PWR of the questions posed in the Taunton Matters group is this wheelchair accessible swing and why it is Frome Banking Hub opening is continuing to spark conversation in local groups. This follows its temporary opening in the local it's 100 days to go until Glastonbury Festival.
