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# Lorry breakdown causes more traffic misery on A14 near Ipswich
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/lorry-breakdown-causes-more-traffic-misery-on-a14-near-ipswich/
- Published: 2025-01-30T08:15:07.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:23:33.000Z
- Description: Drivers are facing significant delays on the A14 near Ipswich after a lorry suffered a tyre blowout near the Seven Hills Interchange.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Incidents, Roads & Car Parking, #article, Suffolk Constabulary, #Import 2026-03-16 14:45

**The details:** Police were called to the incident in the westbound carriageway at about 07:55 on Thursday.

- A spokeswoman for Suffolk Police said officers are currently at the scene.
- The lorry has suffered a tyre blowout and is awaiting recovery.
- Live traffic reports show long delays in the area, affecting morning commuters.

**Why it matters:** It comes as the [PM has agreed to ministerial talks about an Ipswich Northern Bypass](https://www.ipswich.co.uk/tag/pm-has-agreed-to-ministerial-talks-about-an-ipswich-northern-bypass/) following mounting pressure over the economic impact of Ipswich's road network.

**The bottom line:** Motorists should expect delays in the westbound carriageway near Seven Hills Interchange while recovery takes place.

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