A serious collision on the M6 near Wigan led to significant traffic delays this morning (Monday, June 8). The incident resulted in the closure of multiple lanes on both the northbound and southbound carriageways between junctions 25 and 27.
National Highways North West reported that all lanes were reopened on the northbound stretch by mid-morning, but two lanes remained closed southbound between junction 27 at Standish and junction 26 at the Orrell Interchange. Motorists faced delays of up to two hours, with congestion stretching for eight miles.
Traffic monitoring service Inrix confirmed long delays and lane closures due to the accident. Emergency services attended the scene, and recovery operations were arranged. Barrier damage was also assessed following the collision.
By 11am, normal traffic conditions were expected to resume, according to Traffic England. Drivers were advised to allow extra time for their journeys and to seek alternative routes where possible.
