Road Reopens After Incident Disruption
The M1 between junction 7 and junction 8 at Sprucefield has reopened after an earlier closure linked to an incident in Lisburn. Police attended the scene and the carriageway was cleared by Saturday evening.
The closure affected the westbound carriageway. Westbound drivers were asked to exit at junction 7 and rejoin at junction 8. Eastbound traffic was advised to leave at junction 8 and return at junction 7.
Motorists were urged to seek alternative routes while emergency services dealt with the incident. The road reopens, ending the disruption caused by the event.
Closure and diversions
The full westbound closure prevented through traffic between junction 7 and junction 8. Traffic management signs and police officers directed vehicles at the junctions.
- Westbound traffic: exit at junction 7, rejoin at junction 8.
- Eastbound traffic: exit at junction 8, rejoin at junction 7.
- Drivers were advised to choose alternate routes where possible.
Police response and timeline
The Police Service of Northern Ireland attended the ongoing incident on a road in Lisburn. Officers established the closure and coordinated the diversion until the scene was cleared on Saturday evening.
Impact on motorists
The temporary closure caused delays for commuters and regional traffic. Drivers are advised to check traffic updates before travelling and to allow extra time for journeys.
Filmogaz.com will provide updates if further changes occur. Authorities thanked the public for their patience while emergency services worked at the scene.
