THE M5 northbound is closed in Worcestershire between J8 (M50) and J7 (A44, Worcester) following an accident involving a lorry.

A lamp-post column is now hanging down precariously above the northbound carriageway and therefore, the road has been closed for safety reasons.

All traffic is advised to follow the "solid black diamond" diversion route symbol via te M50 to J1, the A38 northbound and the A4440 to J7 of the M5.

Drivers should consider altenative routes and expect delays on the approach to the closure.

Trapped traffic is being allowed carefully past the scene using the hard shoulder.