TRAFFIC on the M5 has now cleared after two vehicles were involved in an accident.

The accident took place just after 8am this morning on the northbound carriageway between junction 13, Stroud, and junction 12, Quedgeley.

Traffic was initially at a standstill on both the M5 and the A38.

Stroud News and Journal:

Tailbacks of several miles were reported on both the M5 and the A38 as drivers tried to find alternative routes to avoid the traffic jams.

However, there were no injuries from the accident and lanes reopened shortly afterwards.