Motorists are facing major disruption on a Greater Manchester motorway this morning as queues form for FIVE MILES. Roadworks on the M6 Southbound between J27 A5209 Crow Orchard Road (Standish) and J26 M58 (Orrell Interchange) are causing delays of at least 30 minutes - with delays of 60 minutes reported in Lancashire.
Congestion is currently stretching to Chorley Services, with motorists advised to check their route. READ MORE: LIVE: Historic day for bus travel in Greater Manchester as 'game changing' Bee Network goes live - latest updates READ MORE: It now costs a fortune to live in Manchester.
Is it time for London-style salary weighting? The roadworks are expected to finish after midday, according to National Highways. This is a live event.
Follow below for the latest updates. The westbound carriageway on the M62 has been reopened. The eastbound carriageway remains closed, with traffic being diverted out of the area.