M25 near Redhill closed after car breaks down on carriageway
Drivers faced delays of up to 90 minutes as Highways England cleared the vehicle from the clockwise lanes
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Two lanes of the M25 clockwise near Redhill were closed for more than an hour after a car broke down on the carriageway. The incident began at 07:45 on 14 October 2024, according to Highways England, which manages the motorway.
Drivers faced delays of up to 90 minutes, with traffic queuing back to junction 7, where the M25 meets the M23. Highways England confirmed the vehicle was being recovered and said there were no injuries. The lanes reopened at 09:15, though residual congestion persisted for another hour.
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Why the closure affected morning commuters
The breakdown occurred during the morning peak, when traffic volumes on the M25 are typically highest. The stretch near Redhill is a known bottleneck, carrying commuters from Surrey and Kent into London. Highways England did not specify the make or model of the broken-down vehicle.
A spokesperson for Highways England told *This Is Local London* that recovery teams were dispatched immediately. The agency uses CCTV and traffic sensors to monitor incidents, allowing it to respond quickly to obstructions. No diversions were put in place, as the hard shoulder remained open.
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What happens next for affected drivers
Highways England has not announced any further action in response to the incident. Drivers who experienced delays are advised to check traffic updates before future journeys, particularly during peak hours. The agency said it would review CCTV footage but did not indicate whether any enforcement action would follow.
Questions this report answers
+How long was the M25 closed near Redhill?
Two lanes of the M25 clockwise near Redhill were closed for 90 minutes on 14 October 2024 after a car broke down. Highways England confirmed the lanes reopened at 09:15, though residual congestion lasted longer.
+Were there any injuries from the M25 breakdown?
Highways England said no injuries were reported after the car broke down on the M25 near Redhill. Recovery teams were dispatched to clear the vehicle from the carriageway.
+What should drivers do if they were delayed by the M25 closure?
Drivers affected by the M25 closure near Redhill should check traffic updates before future journeys, particularly during peak hours. Highways England has not announced any compensation or further action.
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