Travel update: Tailbacks on key York roads clear after broken down lorry removed

There were long tailbacks on the A64 in York this morning (Thursday).

There were severe delays on the westbound carriageway near Askham Bryan and Copmanthorpe.

It was due to a broken down lorry.

The impact also caused delays on the adjoining stretch of the A1237 outer ring road.

It was first reported to YorkMix by listener James at 7.15am. It brought was the AA described as “severe delays” during the morning rush hour.

But by 10am the roads were clear again.