Lorry and two vans involved in M1 crash in Bedfordshire

Bedfordshire Police said no injuries were reported

Three lanes have reopened on the M1 southbound in Bedfordshire after a collision involving a lorry and two vans.

Highways England said the lanes, three of four between junction 13 for Bedford and junction 12 for Flitwick, will close again later today.

The incident occurred on Friday morning and caused "extensive damage" to a section of barrier on the motorway.

Bedfordshire Police said there were no injuries.

Following the collision there had been "significant damage to a section of barrier on an elevated section of carriageway", Highways England said.

Highways England said the lorry had been recovered but significant clear-up works were required

It added: "Three lanes are now open past the scene of this mornings roads traffic collision.

"Resurfacing is complete. Three lanes will be closed again later in the evening to start repairs on the damaged bridge parapet."

Repair works are expected to be ongoing