THE M5 is closed northbound between junctions 11 and 9 due to a road traffic collision.

The motorway is closed between junction 11 (Gloucester / Golden Valley Bypass) and junction 9 (Tewkesbury) following a serious incident involving an overturned vehicle.

The police are advising road users to follow the solid black triangle symbols exiting M5 at junction 11 - A40 (west) - A417 (north) - M50 (east) and then re-join the motorway at junction 9.

Road users are advised to allow extra time for their journey or may wish to consider alternative routes.

HA advise larger vehicles to avoid the Tewkesbury 7.5t weight limit.