Bristol, UK. 3rd Apr, 2026. As fuel prices climb the Easter Getaway causes traffic congestion on the M5 between junctions 15/16 and 17 at Bristol. Managed motorway speed restrictions are in place due to the volume of traffic heading south towards Devon and Cornwall. Highways England reports speeds below 20 mph. Credit: JMF News/Alamy Live News

• Contributor: Mr Standfast
• Image ID: 3E5XT28
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• Dimensions: 5049 x 3366 px | 42.7 x 28.5 cm | 16.8 x 11.2 inches | 300dpi
• Date taken: 3 April 2026

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