Commuters are experiencing heavy traffic on the M4 in the Newport area this morning, with slow-moving conditions reported on certain sections.

Further updates will be provided regarding the affected locations. Eastbound J26 Malpas – J24 Coldra Congestion Delays possible Allow extra travel time.#TrafficWalesAlerts

According to the AA, motorists are facing four-minute delays with these holding times growing on the eastbound carriageway between junction 26 A4051 (Malpas Road) and junction 24 A449 (Coldra).

The typical speed being achieved is 20 miles per hour.

Vehicles are backed up on the A467 Forge Road in the southbound direction approaching junction 28 of the M4 (Tredegar Park).

The estimated journey time stands at ten minutes.

This congestion originates from junction 25A Grove Park / A4042 in the eastbound direction.

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The M4 heading through the Brynglas Tunnel toward junction 26 A4051 (Malpas Road) is now flowing freely.

This represents the present traffic situation across the M4.

(Image: AA)

The M4 at Coldra West heading eastbound continues to see significant vehicle movement.

Traffic conditions are gradually improving throughout the area.

Delays on the A467 Forge Road Southbound before M4 junction 28 (Tredegar Park) have worsened.

The journey time has extended to 15 minutes.

Traffic buildup along the M4 in Newport has dissipated.

Travel time on the A467 Forge Road Southbound before M4 junction 28 (Tredegar Park) has decreased to ten minutes. Now clear Eastbound J26 Malpas – J24 Coldra Allow extra travel time.#TrafficWalesAlerts

With the traffic issues resolved, this live blog is now concluding.

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