Police stated the HGV, which had been travelling northbound, crossed on to the southbound carriageway and collided with quite a few different automobiles.

The driving force of a Ford Transit, a person in his 40s, was severely injured within the incident, as was a lady in her 40s who had been driving a Suzuki Swift.

An investigation into the incident continues, police stated.

Supt Hassan Khan stated his ideas have been primarily with the family members of the driving force who died, in addition to “all these affected by this tragic incident”.

He added: “I’d ask anybody who witnessed the collision, and who has not but spoken to police, to get in contact.

“Work remains to be ongoing to restore the highway so I’d urge folks to keep away from the realm if they’ll or test earlier than you journey. I admire the delays are irritating, however security work must be accomplished earlier than the highway can open once more.”

Drivers are warned to count on heavier than traditional site visitors because of the lane closures that stay in place.