M66 traffic LIVE: Chaos on major motorway as horror lorry crash sparks 6-mile delays

M66 traffic LIVE: Chaos on major motorway as horror lorry crash sparks 6-mile delaysThe incident prompted the closure of a stretch of the motorway. Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments live By Lauran O'Toole, Senior Reporter 10:51, Tue, Jun 2, 2026 Updated: 10:51, Tue, Jun 2, 2026 Traffic is building up on the M66 (Image: FACEBOOK)Motorists on the M66 are facing major delays this morning following a lorry crash. The M66 is closed southbound between A56 and J2, as well as northbound between J2 and J1.The closure southbound saw six-mile congestion and 45 minutes of delays, while northbound National Highways recorded 20 minutes of delays and two miles of congestion on approach. Police officers from Greater Manchester Police headed to the scene. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTTHIS IS A LIVE BLOG. FOLLOW OUR COVERAGE BELOW. 44 seconds ago10:51 Lauran O'TooleGood morningGood morning. My name is Lauran O'Toole and welcome to our live coverage.Motorists on the M66 are facing major delays this morning following a lorry crash. We will provide you with live updates as we receive them. Get motoring news and advice plus selected offers and competitions Subscribe Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy