LIVE: Long queues on M66 following crash with road 'blocked' - latest updates

Drivers heading towards Manchester are facing delays on the M66 following a collision this morning. Queues are currently building on the southbound M66 near Bury, between the A56 at Ramsbottom and junction two.

The road is currently 'blocked' following the crash, according to the Inrix traffic monitoring system. Data from Google shows slow traffic approaching the scene.

An update from Inrix said: "M66 southbound partially blocked, queueing traffic due to accident between A56 (Ramsbottom Junction) and J2 A58 Rochdale Road (Bury). Source:INRIX Speed Sensors."

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Further details about the nature of the incident are yet to be confirmed. Emergency services have been approached for comment.

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The collision has now cleared, according to Inrix.

The collision was reported at 8.48am, North West Motorway Police said.

Work is still ongoing at the scene.

North West Motorway Police says the crash involves two vehicles.

Highways workers are currently at the scene dealing with the incident, while firefighters have been in attendance.

There are reports of a spillage on the carriageway.

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service has been approached for comment.

Queues are building on the southbound M66 this morning following a collision near Bury.