Lorry fire closes part of M45 for several hours

The westbound section of the M45 has reopened after being closed for about seven hours following a lorry fire.

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service said it attended the motorway between junction 17 of the M1 and the A45 for Dunchurch, Warwickshire, at about 00:00 GMT.

National Highways said the road reopened at about 07:30 after the lorry was removed.

It thanked motorists for their patience.