Emergency services close off main road after crash between bus and van

A main road in east Manchester has been closed off after a crash between a bus and a van.

Ashton New Road is currently blocked both ways near the junction with Clayton Lane, according to traffic alert service Inrix. A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson confirmed that they received a report of a crash involving a bus and van at around 12.15pm.

Passengers were on the bus at the time but no-one is believed to have been injured in the crash. Fire crews were also called to assist police officers.

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Drivers are being urged to avoid the area. Some bus services are being diverted away from the scene.

In a tweet, Stagecoach said: "Routes 216/230/231. We're experiencing delays averaging 25 minutes along the routes. This is due to a Police incident on Ashton New Road where services are currently diverted via Edge Lane and North Road. Sorry if this is affecting your journey with us today."

MancTraffic said: "Bus v van crash on the A662 Ashton New Rd at Clayton Lane/Clayton St near Clayton Hall Tram stop. Slow on approaches. Use North Rd and Canberra St."

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