National Highways say the restrictions will be put back in place after the festive period ends.

Police says a man from Leeds was later arrested and remains in custody.

Sarah Cain, from Hartlepool, suffered serious injuries in the crash near Ferrybridge, police say.

The motorway is shut southbound between J41 for the M62 and J40 at Ferrybridge.

Councillors approve scheme but say potential for rail and water transport should be explored more.

The scheme at the old Ferrybridge C power station in Knottingley could create 2,500 jobs, developers say.

Truck stops in North and West Yorkshire will get almot £1m for improvements the government says.

The man was taken to hospital after police found him in woods near the motorway.