21/10/2016
Person Dies In Serious Road Collision On M2
Drivers are being urged to seek an alternative route following a fatal road traffic collision on the M2 motorway in Belfast, police have confirmed.
The M2 city bound and Sandyknowes roundabout have been closed. The southbound on-slip at Templepatrick has also been closed.
Police are urging motorists to expect long delays and to seek an alternative route.
The traffic disruption is expected to last several hours.
Motorists are also being urged to avoid the Glengormley area.
Drivers and passengers are being advised to remain in their vehicles and not to reverse on the motorway.
Inspector Rosie Leech has issued an update for motorists.
(CD)
The M2 city bound and Sandyknowes roundabout have been closed. The southbound on-slip at Templepatrick has also been closed.
Police are urging motorists to expect long delays and to seek an alternative route.
The traffic disruption is expected to last several hours.
Motorists are also being urged to avoid the Glengormley area.
Drivers and passengers are being advised to remain in their vehicles and not to reverse on the motorway.
Inspector Rosie Leech has issued an update for motorists.
(CD)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
13 November 2017
Two Motorists Caught Driving 130mph On M2
Police have caught two motorists driving at speeds of around 130mph in Belfast. Officers from Roads Policing were patrolling the M2 in the early hours of Monday morning, 13 November. Police believe the drivers were racing and caught them driving at speeds of around 130mph.
Two Motorists Caught Driving 130mph On M2
Police have caught two motorists driving at speeds of around 130mph in Belfast. Officers from Roads Policing were patrolling the M2 in the early hours of Monday morning, 13 November. Police believe the drivers were racing and caught them driving at speeds of around 130mph.
16 August 2016
Bonfire Blocks Road In L'Derry
Motorists are being advised to seek an alternative route due to a bonfire blocking a road in L'Derry. The bonfire has been built on the Lecky Road in the Bogside area.
Bonfire Blocks Road In L'Derry
Motorists are being advised to seek an alternative route due to a bonfire blocking a road in L'Derry. The bonfire has been built on the Lecky Road in the Bogside area.
09 January 2019
Chaos On Belfast Motorway Following Two Collisions
Motorists are suffering long delays on their commute into Belfast this morning following two separate collisions on the M2. The first incident, which occurred at around 8am on Wednesday 09 January, has been cleared onto the hard shoulder. A PSNI spokesperson confirmed that there were no reports of any injuries in the two vehicle collision.
Chaos On Belfast Motorway Following Two Collisions
Motorists are suffering long delays on their commute into Belfast this morning following two separate collisions on the M2. The first incident, which occurred at around 8am on Wednesday 09 January, has been cleared onto the hard shoulder. A PSNI spokesperson confirmed that there were no reports of any injuries in the two vehicle collision.
11 December 2015
Three Lanes Closed Following M2 Collision
A two-vehicle crash on the M2 heading out of Belfast has caused huge delays for motorists. Three lanes of the M2 have been closed and it may be some time before the road is fully reopened. The lanes have been closed between Fortwilliam and Greencastle. Motorists are being advised pass the accident on the hard shoulder or use the M5.
Three Lanes Closed Following M2 Collision
A two-vehicle crash on the M2 heading out of Belfast has caused huge delays for motorists. Three lanes of the M2 have been closed and it may be some time before the road is fully reopened. The lanes have been closed between Fortwilliam and Greencastle. Motorists are being advised pass the accident on the hard shoulder or use the M5.
04 January 2016
Road Closed Following Bangor Collision
Two cars have crashed on the A2 road between Bangor and Holywood. The collision occurred near the Devil's Elbow at Carney Hill and the road has been closed in both directions. Emergency services are at at the scene and one person has been taken to hospital. Police are surging motorists to seek an alternative route.
Road Closed Following Bangor Collision
Two cars have crashed on the A2 road between Bangor and Holywood. The collision occurred near the Devil's Elbow at Carney Hill and the road has been closed in both directions. Emergency services are at at the scene and one person has been taken to hospital. Police are surging motorists to seek an alternative route.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A few showers around in the morning but still plenty of dry and bright spells. Drier in the afternoon, although the odd shower still possible, with longer sunny spells developing. Mostly light winds but breezy near coasts. Maximum temperature 12 °C.Tonight:It will be a dry evening with some late sunny spells before turning cloudier from the west. Becoming cloudy for all overnight with outbreaks of rain spreading eastwards. Minimum temperature 2 °C.