Traffic is held on the on a busy commuter route after a serious collision.

Traffic is stopped on the M66 southbound in Greater Manchester between J1 and J2 late on Sunday, February 15.

National Highways said it will be closing from the A56 Junction (Edenfield) and asked road users to seek alternative routes.

This is an ongoing event and updates will be provided.

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