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The #M61 northbound is closed between J2 and J4 and southbound between J4 and J3, near #Farnworth, due to a @gmptraffic led incident.
More info, inc. diversion routes:- https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/travel-alerts/m61-greater-manchester-both-directions-police-led-incident-road-closure-between-j2-j4/
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2009004530935947272#m
Published: January 7, 2026 20:49
The #M61 northbound is closed between J2 and J4 and southbound between J4 and J3, near #Farnworth, due to a @gmptraffic led incident.
More info, inc. diversion routes:- nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
2100-0600
#A56 north Bent Gate to Rising Bridge
2300-0500
#M60 anti-clockwise J12-J9
2300-0600
#M6 north J17-J18
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008977180869439645#m
Published: January 7, 2026 19:00
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
2100-0600
#A56 north Bent Gate to Rising Bridge
2300-0500
#M60 anti-clockwise J12-J9
2300-0600
#M6 north J17-J18
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#WeAreWorkingForYou
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
2100-0600
#A56 north Bent Gate to Rising Bridge
2300-0500
#M60 anti-clockwise J12-J9
2300-0600
#M6 north J17-J18
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008916886344397044#m
Published: January 7, 2026 15:01
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
2100-0600
#A56 north Bent Gate to Rising Bridge
2300-0500
#M60 anti-clockwise J12-J9
2300-0600
#M6 north J17-J18
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#WeAreWorkingForYou
🚨REMINDER: The 2nd #M6 weekend closure starts from 8pm this Friday🚨
We need to close junctions 39 & 40 in both directions while Network Rail replace Clifton bridge.🚆🌉
The junctions will reopen at 5am on Monday 12 January.đź•›
Please follow diversion signs and not sat nav➡️
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008875066088399098#m
Published: January 7, 2026 12:15
🚨REMINDER: The 2nd #M6 weekend closure starts from 8pm this Friday🚨
We need to close junctions 39 & 40 in both directions while Network Rail replace Clifton bridge.🚆🌉
The junctions will reopen at 5am on Monday 12 January.đź•›
Please follow diversion signs…
The @LancsPolice led incident on the #M55 westbound between the #M6 J32 and J1 #Preston has now been resolved. #TrafficOfficers have removed the closures with the M55 westbound now OPEN. There are residual delays of up to 15 minutes on the approach.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008615684465397873#m
Published: January 6, 2026 19:04
The @LancsPolice led incident on the #M55 westbound between the #M6 J32 and J1 #Preston has now been resolved. #TrafficOfficers have removed the closures with the M55 westbound now OPEN. There are residual delays of up to 15 minutes on the approach.
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
2100-0500
#M57 north J2-J4
2100-0600
#A56 north Rising Bridge to #M65
2300-0500
#M60 anti-clockwise J12-J9
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008614769650024869#m
Published: January 6, 2026 19:00
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
2100-0500
#M57 north J2-J4
2100-0600
#A56 north Rising Bridge to #M65
2300-0500
#M60 anti-clockwise J12-J9
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#WeAreWorkingForYou
Due to an ongoing @LancsPolice led incident, the #M55 is closed westbound between the #M6 J32 and J1 #Preston. #TrafficOfficers are on scene and assisting with strategic closures on the approach. Further updates to follow shortly....
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008607844501803449#m
Published: January 6, 2026 18:33
Due to an ongoing @LancsPolice led incident, the #M55 is closed westbound between the #M6 J32 and J1 #Preston. #TrafficOfficers are on scene and assisting with strategic closures on the approach. Further updates to follow shortly....
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
2100-0500
#M57 north J2-J4
2100-0600
#A56 north Rising Bridge to #M65
2300-0500
#M60 anti-clockwise J12-J9
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008554469701697791#m
Published: January 6, 2026 15:01
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
2100-0500
#M57 north J2-J4
2100-0600
#A56 north Rising Bridge to #M65
2300-0500
#M60 anti-clockwise J12-J9
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#WeAreWorkingForYou
#M56 eastbound within J6 near @manairport
All lanes are now open. The earlier truck fire has been cleared.
Delays of 15 minutes remain on the approach - 3 miles of congestion, almost back to J7 #LittleBollington
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008486121672528291#m
Published: January 6, 2026 10:29
#M56 eastbound within J6 near @manairport
All lanes are now open. The earlier truck fire has been cleared.
Delays of 15 minutes remain on the approach - 3 miles of congestion, almost back to J7 #LittleBollington
#M56 eastbound within J6 near @manairport
The 2 inside lanes (of 3 lanes) are closed due to a truck fire
@manchesterfire are at scene
Delays starting to build - 20 minute delays, 3 miles of congestion back to J7 #LittleBollington
Updates to follow soon
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008480005118963941#m
Published: January 6, 2026 10:05
#M56 eastbound within J6 near @manairport
The 2 inside lanes (of 3 lanes) are closed due to a truck fire
@manchesterfire are at scene
Delays starting to build - 20 minute delays, 3 miles of congestion back to J7 #LittleBollington
Updates to follow…
Network Rail have produced a video from the 1st weekend of work at Clifton bridge. 🌉
🚨A reminder, the 2nd weekend closure of the #M6 junctions 39 & 40 in both directions starts from 8pm Friday 9 Jan.🚨
Don't rely on sat nav, please follow diversions.
https://ow.ly/m0tm50XSkia
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008475570296836268#m
Published: January 6, 2026 09:47
Network Rail have produced a video from the 1st weekend of work at Clifton bridge. 🌉
🚨A reminder, the 2nd weekend closure of the #M6 junctions 39 & 40 in both directions starts from 8pm Friday 9 Jan.🚨
Don't rely on sat nav, please follow diversions.…
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
21:00-05:00
#A56 south #M65 to #RisingBridge
23:00-05:00
#M60 clockwise J9 - J12
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008252362679357765#m
Published: January 5, 2026 19:00
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
21:00-05:00
#A56 south #M65 to #RisingBridge
23:00-05:00
#M60 clockwise J9 - J12
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#WeAreWorkingForYou
The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for snow and ice ❄️
National Highways teams are prepared and monitoring conditions, but winter weather may still affect journeys. Plan ahead and take extra care.
Read our advice: https://ow.ly/LTg950XS6hX
#WeatherReady
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008249754065506666#m
Published: January 5, 2026 18:50
The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for snow and ice ❄️
National Highways teams are prepared and monitoring conditions, but winter weather may still affect journeys. Plan ahead and take extra care.
Read our advice: ow.ly/LTg950XS6hX
#WeatherReady
…
CLEARED
#M56 westbound between J14 (#Stanlow) and J15 (#Chester #M53) #Cheshire
ALL LANES OPEN
Recovery of the cars involved in the collision complete, all 3 lanes are now open again.
There remains heavy congestion for 6 miles and a 1 hour delay which will take time to clear.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008227916602060952#m
Published: January 5, 2026 17:23
CLEARED
#M56 westbound between J14 (#Stanlow) and J15 (#Chester #M53) #Cheshire
ALL LANES OPEN
Recovery of the cars involved in the collision complete, all 3 lanes are now open again.
There remains heavy congestion for 6 miles and a 1 hour delay which…
UPDATE
#M56 westbound between J14 (#Stanlow) and J15 (#Chester #M53) #Cheshire
LANES CLOSED
2 lanes (of 3) closed for recovery of 1 of the cars involved in an earlier collision.
Severe delays of 90 minutes and 7 miles of of heavy congestion on approach.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008222339406696931#m
Published: January 5, 2026 17:01
UPDATE
#M56 westbound between J14 (#Stanlow) and J15 (#Chester #M53) #Cheshire
LANES CLOSED
2 lanes (of 3) closed for recovery of 1 of the cars involved in an earlier collision.
Severe delays of 90 minutes and 7 miles of of heavy congestion on…
UPDATE
#M56 westbound between J14 (#Stanlow) and J15 (#Chester #M53) #Cheshire
LANES CLOSED
2 lanes (of 3) closed for recovery of 1 of the cars involved in an earlier collision.
30 min delay, 4 miles of congestion.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008214392404365557#m
Published: January 5, 2026 16:29
UPDATE
#M56 westbound between J14 (#Stanlow) and J15 (#Chester #M53) #Cheshire
LANES CLOSED
2 lanes (of 3) closed for recovery of 1 of the cars involved in an earlier collision.
30 min delay, 4 miles of congestion.
NEW INCIDENT
#M56 westbound between J14 (#Stanlow) and J15 (#Chester #M53) #Cheshire
TRAFFIC STOPPED
Due to a 2 car collision.
Our officers and @CheshireRCU on scene.
30 min delay, 4 miles of congestion.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008213956662280197#m
Published: January 5, 2026 16:28
NEW INCIDENT
#M56 westbound between J14 (#Stanlow) and J15 (#Chester #M53) #Cheshire
TRAFFIC STOPPED
Due to a 2 car collision.
Our officers and @CheshireRCU on scene.
30 min delay, 4 miles of congestion.
The vehicle involved in the earlier collision on the #M6 north, between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) has now been recovered from the scene. #TrafficOfficers and contractors have cleared the debris and reopened all of the lanes with 60 minute residual delays on the approach.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008202558184083900#m
Published: January 5, 2026 15:42
The vehicle involved in the earlier collision on the #M6 north, between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) has now been recovered from the scene. #TrafficOfficers and contractors have cleared the debris and reopened all of the lanes with 60 minute residual…
CLEARED
#M53 southbound between J4 (#Clatterbridge) and J5 (#Hooton) #Merseyside
ROAD OPEN
Following the earlier collision.
Delays easing well.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008195687918260733#m
Published: January 5, 2026 15:15
CLEARED
#M53 southbound between J4 (#Clatterbridge) and J5 (#Hooton) #Merseyside
ROAD OPEN
Following the earlier collision.
Delays easing well.
Lanes 1 and 2 of (4) are closed on the #M6 north J16 (#Crewe) - J17 (#Sandbach) following a collision involving a van which has overturned and come to rest on its side.All emergency services and #TrafficOfficers are working at the scene with recovery arranged and en route.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008193563989786643#m
Published: January 5, 2026 15:07
Lanes 1 and 2 of (4) are closed on the #M6 north J16 (#Crewe) - J17 (#Sandbach) following a collision involving a van which has overturned and come to rest on its side.All emergency services and #TrafficOfficers are working at the scene with recovery…
RT by @HighwaysNWEST: Lanes 1 and 2 of (4) are closed on the #M6 north between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) following a collision in which a van has overturned and come to rest on its side. All emergency services and #TrafficOfficers are working at the scene with recovery arranged and en route.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008193075714138267#m
Published: January 5, 2026 15:05
Lanes 1 and 2 of (4) are closed on the #M6 north between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) following a collision in which a van has overturned and come to rest on its side. All emergency services and #TrafficOfficers are working at the scene with recovery…
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
21:00-05:00
#A56 south #M65 to #RisingBridge
23:00-05:00
#M60 clockwise J9 - J12
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008192075410313456#m
Published: January 5, 2026 15:01
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
21:00-05:00
#A56 south #M65 to #RisingBridge
23:00-05:00
#M60 clockwise J9 - J12
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#WeAreWorkingForYou
#M53 is closed southbound between J4 (#Clatterbridge) and J5 (#Hooton), due to a collision involving 2 cars.
@MerseyPolice on scene.
Diversion details here:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/travel-alerts/
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008146394268172562#m
Published: January 5, 2026 11:59
#M53 is closed southbound between J4 (#Clatterbridge) and J5 (#Hooton), due to a collision involving 2 cars.
@MerseyPolice on scene.
Diversion details here:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#M6 southbound between J18 #HolmesChapel and J17 #Sandbach.
All lanes are now open, following an earlier collision/barrier damage.
Delays are just over 90 minutes above normal, 8 miles of congestion remain on the approach.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008084874641527184#m
Published: January 5, 2026 07:55
#M6 southbound between J18 #HolmesChapel and J17 #Sandbach.
All lanes are now open, following an earlier collision/barrier damage.
Delays are just over 90 minutes above normal, 8 miles of congestion remain on the approach.
The 1st stage of Network Rail’s bridge work is complete and the #M6 between junctions 39 and 40 is now open in both directions.
The 2nd weekend closure will take place this Fri from 8pm until 5am Mon 12 Jan.
Thank you for your patience while this critical work takes place.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008082342120689734#m
Published: January 5, 2026 07:45
The 1st stage of Network Rail’s bridge work is complete and the #M6 between junctions 39 and 40 is now open in both directions.
The 2nd weekend closure will take place this Fri from 8pm until 5am Mon 12 Jan.
Thank you for your patience while this…
#M6 southbound between J18 #HolmesChapel and J17 #Sandbach.
3 lanes (of 4) are closed due to a collision and barrier damage.
Emergency services are en route.
Delays of 30 minutes, 4 miles of slow moving traffic on the approach.
Updates to follow.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008068849480905099#m
Published: January 5, 2026 06:51
#M6 southbound between J18 #HolmesChapel and J17 #Sandbach.
3 lanes (of 4) are closed due to a collision and barrier damage.
Emergency services are en route.
Delays of 30 minutes, 4 miles of slow moving traffic on the approach.
Updates to follow.
The #M6 has reopened both ways between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) following the closure that was in place for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
Thank you for your patience, please have a safe onward journey.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2008033655113875948#m
Published: January 5, 2026 04:31
The #M6 has reopened both ways between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) following the closure that was in place for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
Thank you for your patience, please have a safe onward journey.
ALL LANES NOW OPEN on the #M60 in #GreaterManchester clockwise between J16 and J17 #Prestwich following a collision. @gmpolice
Have a safe onward journey.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007907445759201639#m
Published: January 4, 2026 20:10
ALL LANES NOW OPEN on the #M60 in #GreaterManchester clockwise between J16 and J17 #Prestwich following a collision. @gmpolice
Have a safe onward journey.
The #M6 remains closed both ways (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
Overnight diversion via A6 is pictured
.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007906096539746636#m
Published: January 4, 2026 20:04
The #M6 remains closed both ways (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
Overnight diversion via A6 is pictured
.
The #M60 in #GreaterManchester is blocked clockwise between J16 and J17 #Prestwich due to a collision. Emergency services are on scene. @gmpolice
Please allow extra time for your journey and consider alternative routes.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007894032735740164#m
Published: January 4, 2026 19:16
The #M60 in #GreaterManchester is blocked clockwise between J16 and J17 #Prestwich due to a collision. Emergency services are on scene. @gmpolice
Please allow extra time for your journey and consider alternative routes.
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00-05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 - J40
21:00-05:00
#A56 north #BentGate - #RisingBridge
23:00-05:00
#M60 clockwise J9 - J12
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007889912687739096#m
Published: January 4, 2026 19:00
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00-05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 - J40
21:00-05:00
#A56 north #BentGate - #RisingBridge
23:00-05:00
#M60 clockwise J9 - J12
All planned closures nationally:…
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00-05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 - J40
21:00-05:00
#A56 north #BentGate - #RisingBridge
23:00-05:00
#M60 clockwise J9 - J12
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007829544317726920#m
Published: January 4, 2026 15:00
Some planned full closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00-05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 - J40
21:00-05:00
#A56 north #BentGate - #RisingBridge
23:00-05:00
#M60 clockwise J9 - J12
All planned closures nationally:…
The #M56 J5 westbound exit for @manairport has now REOPENED following a collision.
Recovery complete âś…
Barrier damage assessed âś…
Carriageway re-gritted âś…
Thank you for your patience.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007740098217992461#m
Published: January 4, 2026 09:05
The #M56 J5 westbound exit for @manairport has now REOPENED following a collision.
Recovery complete âś…
Barrier damage assessed âś…
Carriageway re-gritted âś…
Thank you for your patience.
Heading to @manairport this morning?
Please be aware the #M56 J5 westbound exit for @manairport remains closed following a collision.
Recovery complete âś…
Barrier damage assessed âś…
We have crews on their way to re-grit the carriageway prior to reopening.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007728586917085591#m
Published: January 4, 2026 08:19
Heading to @manairport this morning?
Please be aware the #M56 J5 westbound exit for @manairport remains closed following a collision.
Recovery complete âś…
Barrier damage assessed âś…
We have crews on their way to re-grit the carriageway prior to…
The #M56 J5 westbound exit for @ManAirport is currently closed due to a collision.
There are 20 mins delays on the M56 westbound between J3 and J5 as traffic was held whilst the slip road was closed.
Traffic has since been released and delays are expected to ease.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007700585168982056#m
Published: January 4, 2026 06:28
The #M56 J5 westbound exit for @ManAirport is currently closed due to a collision.
There are 20 mins delays on the M56 westbound between J3 and J5 as traffic was held whilst the slip road was closed.
Traffic has since been released and delays are…
The #M6 remains closed in both directions (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
The daytime diversion route is now active. Please see image and more information via the link here - https://nationalhighways.co.uk/our-roads/north-west/m6-clifton-bridge-replacement/
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007687157327011992#m
Published: January 4, 2026 05:34
The #M6 remains closed in both directions (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
The daytime diversion route is now active. Please see image and more information via the link here -…
The #M6 remains closed both ways (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
The #A6 has now re-opened following an earlier incident. Overnight diversion route via the A6 now active.
More info here - https://nationalhighways.co.uk/our-roads/north-west/m6-clifton-bridge-replacement/
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007575719065325739#m
Published: January 3, 2026 22:12
The #M6 remains closed both ways (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
The #A6 has now re-opened following an earlier incident. Overnight diversion route via the A6 now active.
More info here -…
The #M6 remains closed both ways (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
At this time, the re-opening of the #A6 south for the overnight diversion has been delayed due to an earlier incident. Diversions remain as below.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007548979651793252#m
Published: January 3, 2026 20:25
The #M6 remains closed both ways (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
At this time, the re-opening of the #A6 south for the overnight diversion has been delayed due to an earlier incident.…
There are some planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00 - 05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 to J40
21:00 - 05:00
#A56 southbound #RisingBridge to #BentGate
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007527512285290558#m
Published: January 3, 2026 19:00
There are some planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00 - 05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 to J40
21:00 - 05:00
#A56 southbound #RisingBridge to #BentGate
All planned closures nationally:…
Traffic has now been released on the #M66 southbound between #A56/#A680 and J1 (#Edenfield) following a police-led incident.
Thank you for your patience.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007515147212914769#m
Published: January 3, 2026 18:11
Traffic has now been released on the #M66 southbound between #A56/#A680 and J1 (#Edenfield) following a police-led incident.
Thank you for your patience.
Traffic has temporarily stopped on the #M66 southbound between #A56/#A680 and J1 (#Edenfield) due to a police-led incident.
@gmpolice are on scene.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007503016308379937#m
Published: January 3, 2026 17:23
Traffic has temporarily stopped on the #M66 southbound between #A56/#A680 and J1 (#Edenfield) due to a police-led incident.
@gmpolice are on scene.
Please be aware of the below incident which will be affecting the northbound diversion for the planned weekend closure of the #M6 between J39 and J40.
Allow plenty of extra time for your journey this evening if you're heading this way.
https://x.com/CumbriaCrack/status/2007484965144146398
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007500328212598809#m
Published: January 3, 2026 17:12
Please be aware of the below incident which will be affecting the northbound diversion for the planned weekend closure of the #M6 between J39 and J40.
Allow plenty of extra time for your journey this evening if you're heading this way.
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Please be reminded that the #M6 is fully closed both ways (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
Please follow the correct diversion routes & don't follow sat navs through local villages.
There are long delays.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007493043088171502#m
Published: January 3, 2026 16:43
Please be reminded that the #M6 is fully closed both ways (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
Please follow the correct diversion routes & don't follow sat navs through local villages.
There…
There are some planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00 - 05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 to J40
21:00 - 05:00
#A56 southbound #RisingBridge to #BentGate
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007467203768041791#m
Published: January 3, 2026 15:00
There are some planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00 - 05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 to J40
21:00 - 05:00
#A56 southbound #RisingBridge to #BentGate
All planned closures nationally:…
Please be reminded that the #M6 is fully closed both ways (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
Please follow the correct diversion routes & don't follow sat navs through local villages.
Diversions for 5am-8pm below:
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007462575185740122#m
Published: January 3, 2026 14:42
Please be reminded that the #M6 is fully closed both ways (until 5am Monday) between J39 (#Shap) & J40 (#Penrith) for @networkrail bridge replacement works.
Please follow the correct diversion routes & don't follow sat navs through local villages.
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🚨⚠️M6 weekend closure update🚨⚠️
J39 to J40 is closed in both directions so @NetworkRail can replace a bridge.
@googlemaps is incorrectly showing southbound closed J40 to J38, it’s only J40 to J39.
Please follow the signed diversion route. âś…
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007397216973975908#m
Published: January 3, 2026 10:22
🚨⚠️M6 weekend closure update🚨⚠️
J39 to J40 is closed in both directions so @NetworkRail can replace a bridge.
@googlemaps is incorrectly showing southbound closed J40 to J38, it’s only J40 to J39.
Please follow the signed diversion route. âś…
The #M6 northbound in #Cheshire between J16 #Crewe and J17 #Sandbach is now open following the earlier collision
No significant delays remain on approach
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007339702408429883#m
Published: January 3, 2026 06:34
The #M6 northbound in #Cheshire between J16 #Crewe and J17 #Sandbach is now open following the earlier collision
No significant delays remain on approach
The #M6 in #Cheshire remains closed northbound between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) following a serious collision.
Collision investigations are complete.
Recovery and clean up underway.
More info via the link here - https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/travel-alerts/m6-l-cheshire-l-northbound-l-collision-l-carriageway-closure-j16-j17/
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007304211923337254#m
Published: January 3, 2026 04:13
The #M6 in #Cheshire remains closed northbound between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) following a serious collision.
Collision investigations are complete.
Recovery and clean up underway.
More info via the link here - nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
The #M6 in #Cheshire remains closed northbound between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) for collision investigations following a serious collision.
More information, including the diversion route via the link here - https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/travel-alerts/m6-l-cheshire-l-northbound-l-collision-l-carriageway-closure-j16-j17/
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007297543747621317#m
Published: January 3, 2026 03:46
The #M6 in #Cheshire remains closed northbound between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) for collision investigations following a serious collision.
More information, including the diversion route via the link here - nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
The #M6 in #Cheshire is now closed northbound between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) for collision investigations following a serious collision.
More information, including the diversion route via the link here - https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/travel-alerts/m6-l-cheshire-l-northbound-l-collision-l-carriageway-closure-j16-j17/
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007252266567319649#m
Published: January 3, 2026 00:46
The #M6 in #Cheshire is now closed northbound between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) for collision investigations following a serious collision.
More information, including the diversion route via the link here - nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
3 (of 4) lanes are closed on the #M6 in #Cheshire northbound between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) due to a collision.
Emergency services are in attendance.
Please allow extra time for your journey. Thank you for your patience.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007210232234029086#m
Published: January 2, 2026 21:59
3 (of 4) lanes are closed on the #M6 in #Cheshire northbound between J16 (#Crewe) and J17 (#Sandbach) due to a collision.
Emergency services are in attendance.
Please allow extra time for your journey. Thank you for your patience.
There are some planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00 - 05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 to J40
21:00 - 05:00
#A56 southbound #BentGate to #M66 J1
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007165189553086489#m
Published: January 2, 2026 19:00
There are some planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00 - 05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 to J40
21:00 - 05:00
#A56 southbound #BentGate to #M66 J1
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
…
🚨The first weekend closure in BOTH DIRECTIONS starts from 8pm TONIGHT until 5am on Monday 5 January.🚨
This is so Network Rail can start the work to replace Clifton bridge.🚆🌉
Please take extra time if you need to travel.
https://x.com/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007036711646224606
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007125976237388121#m
Published: January 2, 2026 16:24
🚨The first weekend closure in BOTH DIRECTIONS starts from 8pm TONIGHT until 5am on Monday 5 January.🚨
This is so Network Rail can start the work to replace Clifton bridge.🚆🌉
Please take extra time if you need to travel.
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🚧 Overnight drainage repairs on the M6 J31–J32 near Preston start 5 Jan–6 Mar (Mon–Fri, 8pm–6am).
✅ Lane closures in place – motorway stays open.
Please plan ahead and drive safely.
#M6 #PlanAhead
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/our-roads/north-west/north-west-maintenance-schemes/
@prestoncouncil
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007120208339612016#m
Published: January 2, 2026 16:02
🚧 Overnight drainage repairs on the M6 J31–J32 near Preston start 5 Jan–6 Mar (Mon–Fri, 8pm–6am).
✅ Lane closures in place – motorway stays open.
Please plan ahead and drive safely.
#M6 #PlanAhead
nationalhighways.co.uk/our-r…
@prestoncouncil
There are some planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00 - 05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 to J40
21:00 - 05:00
#A56 southbound #BentGate to #M66 J1
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007104891257250137#m
Published: January 2, 2026 15:01
There are some planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
02/01/2026 20:00 - 05/01/2026 06:00
#M6 both ways J39 to J40
21:00 - 05:00
#A56 southbound #BentGate to #M66 J1
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
…
🚨⚠️Closures between junctions 39 & 40 of #M6 will begin TONIGHT so Network Rail can replace a bridge.🚨⚠️
â›” 8pm Friday 2 - 5am Monday 5 January 2026
â›” 8pm Friday 9 - 5am Monday 12 January 2026
Diversions will be in place. https://ow.ly/Vbbi50XQhm1
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2007036711646224606#m
Published: January 2, 2026 10:30
🚨⚠️Closures between junctions 39 & 40 of #M6 will begin TONIGHT so Network Rail can replace a bridge.🚨⚠️
â›” 8pm Friday 2 - 5am Monday 5 January 2026
â›” 8pm Friday 9 - 5am Monday 12 January 2026
Diversions will be in place. ow.ly/Vbbi50XQhm1
The #M60 anti-clockwise between J1 and J27 and has reopened.
Thank you to @gmpolice for their support.
All lanes are now open, there are no delays.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006989994892652672#m
Published: January 2, 2026 07:24
The #M60 anti-clockwise between J1 and J27 and has reopened.
Thank you to @gmpolice for their support.
All lanes are now open, there are no delays.
Update: Traffic released clockwise on the #M60 between J27 and J1 #Stockport
@gmpolice have now closed the anti-clockwise carriageway.
We are working to get traffic moving again ASAP.
Tricky driving conditions out there today, please take care.
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/road-safety/travelling-in-severe-weather/travelling-in-snow-and-ice/
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006972047251976437#m
Published: January 2, 2026 06:13
Update: Traffic released clockwise on the #M60 between J27 and J1 #Stockport
@gmpolice have now closed the anti-clockwise carriageway.
We are working to get traffic moving again ASAP.
Tricky driving conditions out there today, please take care.
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Traffic is currently stopped on the #M60 both ways between J1 and J27 #Stockport due to adverse driving conditions brought on by snowfall overnight.
Travel disruption is likely today as much of the country is subject to a @MetOffice weather warning - https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings#?date=2026-01-02&id=208b0424-59df-4dd3-bc12-e1d03c744573
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006966855949230504#m
Published: January 2, 2026 05:52
Traffic is currently stopped on the #M60 both ways between J1 and J27 #Stockport due to adverse driving conditions brought on by snowfall overnight.
Travel disruption is likely today as much of the country is subject to a @MetOffice weather warning -…
There are no planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006802823304872041#m
Published: January 1, 2026 19:00
There are no planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#WeAreWorkingForYou
There are no planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006742877980811328#m
Published: January 1, 2026 15:02
There are no planned full carriageway closures in the region tonight:
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#WeAreWorkingForYou
The Police led incident has concluded and the #M6 is in the process of reopening in both directions between J31 and J32. The #M55 eastbound is also being reopened between J1 and the #M6.
Have a safe journey and thanks for your patience.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006596757992403234#m
Published: January 1, 2026 05:22
The Police led incident has concluded and the #M6 is in the process of reopening in both directions between J31 and J32. The #M55 eastbound is also being reopened between J1 and the #M6.
Have a safe journey and thanks for your patience.
The #M6 remains closed both ways between J31 (#Preston) & J32 (#M55) due to an ongoing Police led incident. The #M55 east is also closed between J1 & the #M6.
Traffic within the closure continues to be turned round & released via the rear of the queue.
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/travel-alerts/
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006575564740563148#m
Published: January 1, 2026 03:57
The #M6 remains closed both ways between J31 (#Preston) & J32 (#M55) due to an ongoing Police led incident. The #M55 east is also closed between J1 & the #M6.
Traffic within the closure continues to be turned round & released via the rear of the queue.
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*Update*
In addition to the #M6 being closed in both directions the #M55 eastbound is also closed between J1 and the #M6 due to this incident.
Diversion details in the following link have been updated to reflect this change: https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/travel-alerts/
Allow extra travel time.
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006548450494513296#m
Published: January 1, 2026 02:10
*Update*
In addition to the #M6 being closed in both directions the #M55 eastbound is also closed between J1 and the #M6 due to this incident.
Diversion details in the following link have been updated to reflect this change:…
The #M6 remains closed in both directions between J31 (#Preston) and J32 (#M55) due to an ongoing Police led incident.
There is no current estimation of when the road will reopen.
More info including diversion details here: https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/travel-alerts/
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006543904917631470#m
Published: January 1, 2026 01:52
The #M6 remains closed in both directions between J31 (#Preston) and J32 (#M55) due to an ongoing Police led incident.
There is no current estimation of when the road will reopen.
More info including diversion details here:…
For further information on this #M6 closure in both directions between J31 (#Preston) and J32 (#M55), including the diversion route details, please head over to:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/travel-alerts/
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006532624764854502#m
Published: January 1, 2026 01:07
For further information on this #M6 closure in both directions between J31 (#Preston) and J32 (#M55), including the diversion route details, please head over to:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#M6 is closed in both directions between J31 and J32 due to a @LancsRoadPolice led incident
Diversion -
Northbound via #A59 towards #Preston and #A6, follow solid triangle symbol
Southbound - via #M55 westbound, follow solid square symbol
Full diversion details to follow
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006530947206844632#m
Published: January 1, 2026 01:00
#M6 is closed in both directions between J31 and J32 due to a @LancsRoadPolice led incident
Diversion -
Northbound via #A59 towards #Preston and #A6, follow solid triangle symbol
Southbound - via #M55 westbound, follow solid square symbol
Full…
There are no planned full carrigeway closures in the region tonight:
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006440457274814633#m
Published: December 31, 2025 19:00
There are no planned full carrigeway closures in the region tonight:
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#WeAreWorkingForYou
There are no planned full carrigeway closures in the region tonight:
All planned closures nationally:
https://nationalhighways.co.uk/travel-updates/road-closure-report/
#WeAreWorkingForYou
https://nitter.poast.org/HighwaysNWEST/status/2006380262528073814#m
Published: December 31, 2025 15:01
There are no planned full carrigeway closures in the region tonight:
All planned closures nationally:
nationalhighways.co.uk/trave…
#WeAreWorkingForYou