Road closure update: Road now fully reopened after being closed for most of the day

Update 5pm

The Northbound lane of the A1 dual carriageway in Newry has now re-opened following an earlier road traffic collision this morning, Friday 4th November.

Update 4:30pm

The Southbound Lane of the A1 dual carriageway between Camlough and Bernish Road junctions has now re-opened following an earlier road traffic collision. The Northbound lane remains closed and motorists are advised to expect delays in the area.

Update 11:10am

The A1 dual carriageway remains closed to all traffic between Camlough and Bernish Road junctions following a serious collision. Motorists should seek an alternative route and those heading south should divert through Newry city centre or Armagh

Motorists are advised that the A1 dual carriageway at Newry is closed in both directions between the Camlough and Bernish Road junctions following a serious road traffic collision. Please seek an alternative route for your journey.