The M1 southbound has two lanes shut from J21A for the A46 to J21 for Leicester. Emergency services have been deployed to the scene. National Highways tweeted: “The #M1 southbound #J21A (#A46) to #J21 (#M69 #Coventry #A5460 #Leicester) 2 lanes have been closed due to a collision.

       "TrafficOfficers are currently at scene, @LeicsPoliceRPU & Maintenance Crews are en-route.”

       This is a developing news story, more to follow.